We will be by your side to help you grow your business in your dream market
EMERGE is a Hong Kong, Taipei and Osaka-based accelerator for international deeptech ventures who want to expand overseas. EMERGE includes Global Acceleration Programmes, One-One Global Business Matching. the Catalyst Fund and EMERGE Global Acceleration Tools to support international collaboration. Our team has over 50 years experience in overseas market development. With EMERGE, Its time to grow.
Its time to grow
The best made plans. EMERGE programmes are based on a proprietary workflow that ensures success.
- Checkpoints.
- Online Tools.
- Slack and Email helpdesk.
Get to know your Guru
We have a world-class network of mentors who dont just advise but also help EMERGE cohort members to make real business.
- Dedicated mentors
- Unique local market insights.
- Assessment and Feedback.
Walk the talk.
We have 6 years experience of running global acceleration and business growth programmes.
- A tried and tested workflow.
- Analytics and metrics.
- Alumni network
Catalyst Fund Selection
These companies have been selected from our Premium and One2One programmes to pitch to the EMERGE Catalyst fund. If you would like to discuss investment with them, please contact us.
Optiqb AI Technology Ltd. 光影立方智能科技股份有限公司
Established 2021, 3D display and server technology that revolutionises entertainment, advertising and gaming content for Mobile Devices.
3D film, AI retina tracking SDK, 3D Player App, 3D media server
OmniEyes Co Ltd 動見科技股份有限公司
If empty backseats can create billion dollars value during the paradigm shift of ride-hailing industries, so can the video recorded from these vehicles. Since 2019, OmniEyes has been building up a platform to enable mobile enterprises and individuals to share and take full advantage of their videos. By applying edge AI, valuable information for B2B and B2C service can be realized including driver behaviors, traffic and road conditions, pedestrian and vehicular flows, status of municipal properties, content of stores/PoI signboards and digital traffic signage. OmniEyes is leveraging its connected AI technologies to create an information-centric eco-system for mobility industries. The best thing is --- no driver will lose their business during video uberization.
Driver Safety System, Object Detection, Drive recorder AnalysisOur International Deployments
Take a look at our previous programmes around the world
EMERGE:Tokyo One2One Direct "Deeptech Edition" from Taiwan
We showcased two of our One2One Direct partners at the JETRO Tokyo Business Networking Event
2025
EMERGE:Kumamoto Prefecture One2One "Deeptech Edition" from Taiwan
Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs
EMERGE : JAPAN 2024 Market Insights and Matching Network : As part of our 2024 programmes we are conducting deeptech market research across japan and build a diverse network of Japanese potential matching companies for inbound deeptech companies. For the semicon and advanced manufacturing industries, we are focusing on Kyushu. To this end, together with our strategic partner YouPlanning from Kumamoto, Japan, we participated in the Kumamoto "Industrial Revitalization" Expo 2024 from February 28th to 29th. At this event we exhibited graduates form our 2023 EMERGE Programmes and gathered important market intelligence and business networks. Our research continues in Osaka and Tokyo through the early part of 2024.
2024
EMERGE:Japan One2One "Deeptech Edition" from Taiwan
Industrial Development Administration, Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs
The EMERGE:Japan One2One Deeptech 2024 programme sponsored by the Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs Industrial Development Administration will run from April to October 2024. The programme focuses on 4 Deeptech thematic areas : Autonomous Vehicle technology, Sensors and Systems (IoT), AI servers and systems and Advanced Chip Manufacture. We will march up to 25 Taiwenese and Japanese medium-sized companies and set them on the way to long-term partnership. Our work includes Japan market research, Taiwanese cohort recruiting and business matching meetings at major Deeptech expos in Japan and online.
2024
EMERGE:Japan One2One "Deeptech Edition" from Taiwan
Institute of Information Industries
This programme was sponsored by the Institute for Information Industry (III) was run by our Taiwan and Japan team from April to October 2024. Out of 200 companies reviewed, we conducted researches to understand Japanese companies needs and we selected 10 companies from across Taiwan's IoT, AI, Chip Design and Software innovation industries to match with the Japanese companies following their needs. Our dedicated team of Japanese, Taiwanese and international matching consultants worked with each company to find the best possible match for opportunities in collaboration or funding. Our selected companies achieved a business match to take their business in Japan to the next level.
2024
EMERGE:Japan Premium "Deeptech Edition" from Taiwan
SMEA (Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwan)
The EMERGE:Japan "Premium Edition" ran from June to October 2023. Out of 63 companies, 20 companies with successful domestic products and interest in the Japanese market will be selected from across Taiwan's technology innovation industries. All companies first completed the local TRAINING and REVIEW programme. The local programme included Business Seminars, POC and POP Workshops, Market Readiness Assessment reporting and a competitive pitch . Five companies passed into the the overseas after a competive ptiching session in Taipei judged by Japanese and Taiwanese mentors and stakeholders. 1. All Aspect System 鎮鑫科技股份有限公司 2. LongGood Meditech Ltd. 龍骨王股份有限公司 3. Simugro 歐亞新有限公司 4. Bee Inventor 點子建 5. Uniigym 優力勁聯股份有限公司 The overseas programme, conducted from July to November, focused companies on business results in the Japanese market through curated business matching meetings, site visits, one-one mentoring and VIP invitations to trade and business events. All 5 companies were matched to at least 2 partners in Japan from corporates, to financial institutions to universities. Following the completion of the programme selected companies were given the chance to have One2One business support to strengthen their position.
2023
EMERGE:Japan One2One "Deeptech Edition" from Taiwan
Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs
The EMERGE:Japan One2One programme sponsored by the Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs was run by our Taiwan and Japan team from July to December 2023. Out of 500 comapnies reviewed companies, we selected 10 companies from across Taiwan's IoT, AI, Chip Design and Software innovation industries. Our dedicated team of Japanese, Taiwanese and international matching consultants worked with each company to find the best possible match. Every company achieved a business match to take their business in Japan to the next level
2023
EMERGE:Japan Premium "Deeptech Edition" from Hong Kong
The EMERGE:Japan “KGAP+ Edition” 2023 @ Cyberport ran from April to November 2023. Over 100 companies with successful domestic products and interest in the Japanese market applied for the programme. All companies that joined completed an intensive programme in Hong Kong (2 months) and in Japan (3 months) The EMERGE programme includes training, POC and POP workshops, pitching and pitching feedback, demo days at major events, Market Readiness Assessment, and business matching and introductions. This EMERGE programme is also endorsed by Cyberport; this allows companies who complete the programme to apply for a 75% subsidy on their programme fee.
2023
EMERGE:Hong Kong One2One "Deeptech Edition" from Japan
The JETRO (Japan External Trade Organisation) Global Acceleration Hub is a platform run for Japanese startups by JETRO Tokyo to assist them in overseas market understanding and expansion. Companies can apply for membership by submitting their company details. In March 2022, JETRO selected our Emerge Hong Kong platform as its outbound partner for Hong Kong market entry. Under this project all startups subscribed in GAH and interested in the Hong Kong market are referred to the Emerge Hong Kong team for one-one consulting and business matching. Japan>Hong Kong One-One : The JETRO (Japan External Trade Organisation) Global Acceleration Hub is a platform run for Japanese startups by JETRO Tokyo to assist them in overseas market understanding and expansion. Companies can apply for membership by submitting their company details. In March 2022, JETRO selected our Emerge Hong Kong platform as its outbound partner for Hong Kong market entry. Under this project all startups subscribed in GAH and interested in the Hong Kong market are referred to the Emerge Hong Kong team for one-one consulting and business matching.
2023
EMERGE:Spain : Catalonia Premium "Deeptech Edition" from Japan
KGAP+, ATR, Keihanna Science City, Kyoto
From 2018-2019, MOJO worked for ATR to plan and launch the KGAP+ Acceleration programme for tech companies with ATR Japan. With the experience of Batch 1 & 2, MOJO continues to support the ATR team in the 2020 programme. The first stage was a round of international online pitch events from Spain, India, Canada and Hong Kong. The second stage was a whole day of activities led from Japan with the best companies joining from the same countries. The planning and execution of online events requires new skills and offers audiences a new kind of experience. MOJO has been leading O2O events since 2007. Key elements of our online events are : Live Q and A, Voting, Consistent Brand Materials, Whole-day sessions with walk-in, walk-out planning and in some case, VR experiences.
2019
EMERGE:Barcelona One2One "Investment Edition" from Hong Kong
The Mojo Hong Kong and Barcelona teams were asked to create an engaging business matching event in Hong Kong. From the moment the guests receive their online invitation, the event showcased the latest in Catalonian and Hong Kong smart ingenuity. An online and offline meeting device called the Mojo-Poken ensures meaningful and effective connections; the very recipe of international business success. Dynamic cultural exchange is promoted through the five senses (plus the heart) by immersive multimedia displays, an energetic live chef-show, delicious Catalan canapés and interactive engagements that deliver many wonderful surprises. We call this experience @connect. The event was attended by over 150 local and Catalan Guests and was features in media coverage across Catalonia, Europe and Hong Kong.
2017
Our Global Programme Partners
We work with public and private organisations to deliver our programmes
Advantage Austria (WKO)
ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA is the trade promotion organisation of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber with around 100 offices in over 70 countries. It provides a broad range of intelligence and business development services for both Austrian companies and their international business partners.
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Catalonia Tourism
The Catalan Tourist Board (CTB) was set up by the Government of Catalonia and is responsible for implementing the government’s tourism promotion policies. It replaced the Turisme de Catalunya consortium, formerly responsible for this work, in early 2010.
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Generalitat de Catalunya
The Generalitat de Catalunya, or the Government of Catalonia, is the institutional system by which Catalonia is self-governed as an autonomous community of Spain. It is made up of the Parliament of Catalonia, the President of the Government of Catalonia, and the Executive Council of Catalonia.
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Taiwan Digital Enterprise Association
Taiwan Digital Enterprise Alliance Leads Second-Generation Entrepreneurs to Thrive and Shine, Driving Business Operations to New Heights through Dual-Axis Transformation
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Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association
Established in 1999, the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association (HKDEA) is a non-profit making trade body and is dedicated to the betterment of the local digital entertainment industry.
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New Taipei City Computer Association (Taiwan)
Association of ITC and related companies from Taiwan.
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Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Hong Kong)
The Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office (KTEO) is committed to creating societal impact by advancing knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship. It provides a wide range of support and services to the PolyU community, from managing intellectual properties to translating research outcomes into impactful solutions through various of models, promoting knowledge transfer, entrepreneurship and University-industry collaborations.
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Japan External Trade Organisation (Japan)
JETRO, or the Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
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Small Medium Enterprise and Startup Administration (Taiwan)
The Ministry of Economic Affairs shall establish the Small and Medium Enterprise and Startup Administration (hereinafter referred to as the Administration) to handle matters related to providing guidance and support for the development of small and medium enterprises (hereinafter referred to as SMEs) as well as startups.
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Industrial Development Administration (Taiwan)
A department of the Ministry of Economics that promotes industrial development with new technology.Txt
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Administration of Digital Industries (Taiwan)
The Administration’s main missions are to promote development of the digital economy, guide, award, and manage digital economy-related industries. According to the organizational act, the Administration is the competent authority on digital economy development, in charge of digital economy-related industry policy planning and regulation drafting as well as digital technology application promotion, which encompasses artificial intelligence, big data, platform technology, system integration and field applications, software products and digital services, digital content and data economy, and digital economy-related industry talent cultivation.
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Ministry of Digital Affairs (Taiwan)
The Ministry of Digital Affairs (moda) is responsible for promoting Taiwan’s overall digital policy innovation and reform. By consolidating the five major fields of telecommunications, information, cyber security, internet, and communications, moda plans digital development policies and coordinates infrastructure, environment preparation, and resource management to ensure national cyber security, encourage cross-sectoral digital transformation, and enhance digital resilience for all.
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Institute of Information Industries (Taiwan)
The Institute for Information Industry (III) starts with consulting and talent development, collaborates with public associations, and provides strategies and methods for promoting digital transformation across industries.
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Cyberport (Hong Kong)
Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital technology flagship and incubator for entrepreneurship with over 2,000 members including over 900 onsite and close to 1,100 offsite start-ups and technology companies. It is managed by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, wholly owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government. With a vision to be the hub for digital technology, thereby creating a new economic driver for Hong Kong, Cyberport is committed to nurturing a vibrant tech ecosystem by cultivating talent, promoting entrepreneurship among youth, supporting start-ups, fostering industry development by promoting strategic collaboration with local and international partners, and integrating new and traditional economies by accelerating digital transformation in public and private sectors.
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Find your guide to overseas business growth
Emily OngSingapore
Kangyi YuHangzhou
Parissa HagirianTokyo
Zachary NgHong Kong
Patrick FongHong Kong
Yukiko UtsumiTokyo
Tom LinTaipei
Alan ChouHong Kong
Wei LinSingapore
Dominique TureHong Kong
Ruth KingHong Kong
Judy LinTaipei
Goki KurodaOsaka
Spencer ChanHong Kong
Benjamin Lo Ji MingTaipei
Daijiro FujitaTokyo
Takao YamauchiOsaka
Paul LinTaipei
Dr David WilliamsHong Kong
The EMERGE Global Team
We team lives for effective programme planning, development, deployment and review
Gael Ferber
Hong Kong
Digital strategist and consultant with over 10 years of experience in driving digital transformation and project management across Europe and Asia. Expert in omni-channel strategies and stakeholder collaboration, Gael specialises in enhancing customer experiences and optimising digital marketing initiatives. Passionate about empowering brands to scale globally, Gael leverages insights from emerging technologies to deliver impactful solutions.
Margaret Leung
Hong Kong
Expert in strategic partnerships, business development, and digital innovation strategy, MBA from NUS. Specialize in helping companies scale globally through cross-border collaborations. With a strong background in technology including AI, Adtech, Fintech and market strategy, Margaret identifies growth opportunities and deliver impactful solutions. Passionate about driving results and empower startups to achieve measurable success and thrive in competitive markets.
Charles Kurniwan
Taichung
Charles hails from Indonesia and is a digital native. He provides support to the global teams on EMERGE key tools and processes. With an eye for detail and a passion for EMERGE cohort's success, Charles is a key team member.
Kiseki Sasaki
Osaka
Kiseki brings an international business mind to her community management activities - leading growth of Fintech and AI communities. Active across Japan and overseas, you will be sure to remember Kiseki after you've met her.
Cameron Hill
Osaka
Japan market 15 years. MBA from Globis Management University, entrepreneur and active in the local business community. Cameron knows your challenges and will help you integrate into the EMERGE community.