DISCOVER WHAT INNOVATION BRIDGE IS

Asia-Europe Innovation Bridge is a new gateway for cross-border growth. We animate a dynamic ecosystem designed to foster collaboration and growth across continents, bringing together technology startups, industry partners, incubators, and investors from Europe and Asia to create powerful synergies.

Whether you’re looking to expand your startup into new markets or seeking the next big innovation, the Asia-Europe Innovation Bridge is your ideal platform for cross-border collaboration.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS

FOR ASIAN COMPANIES:

ACCESS CUTTING EDGE
TECHNOLOGY
 

 

•   Knowledge exchange and best-practice sharing with European startups.

•   Advanced technology sourcing.

EXPAND INTO
NEW MARKETS

 

   AI-powered recommendations to facilitate connections with investors, business partners, and potential clients.

•   Opportunity mapping aligned with your strategic needs.

SUSTAINED VISIBILITY
& CREDIBILITY

 

•   Credibility built through roadshows and enhanced visibility among decision-makers.

•   Continuous market presence.

FOR EUROPEAN COMPANIES:

UNLOCK THE
ASIAN MARKET
 

 

   Gain structured insights into Asian innovation ecosystems.

•   Identify trusted local partners, customers, and distributors.

GAIN ACCESS TO
SCALE & CAPITAL

 

   AI-powered recommendations to identify the most relevant partners for exploring manufacturing, supply chain, and scale-up capabilities in Asia.

ACHIEVE RAPID
COMMERCIALISATION

 

•   Leverage Asia’s speed in production, distribution, and scaling.

•   Accelerate time-to-market through faster pilots and execution.

DIVERSE ONLINE ACTIVITIES TO ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY

1) High-energy launch session introducing the community, followed by Ask Me Anything sessions, which allow participants to ask direct questions and engage openly with organisers in real time.

3) Expert-led webinars focusing on cross boarder innovation topics such as market expansion, scaling, legal frameworks, and technology trends.

5) Short interviews featuring founders, investors sharing lessons learned, and insights distributed as digital content.

2) Online pitch events where startups present to international investors, potential partners across borders in curated sessions.

4) In-depth learning sessions delivered by experienced professionals and industry experts tackling the most critical topics for cross border startups.

6) An initial 1:1 online audit session to identify cohort’s key needs (e.g., fundraising, GTM strategy, local resources access). Based on this, we provide introductions to the right partners to help accelerate growth.

DIVERSE ONLINE ACTIVITIES TO ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY

1) High-energy launch session introducing the community, followed by Ask Me Anything sessions, which allow participants to ask direct questions and engage openly with organisers in real time.

2) Online pitch events where startups present to international investors, potential partners across borders in curated sessions.

3) Expert-led webinars focusing on cross boarder innovation topics such as market expansion, scaling, legal frameworks, and technology trends.

4) In-depth learning sessions delivered by experienced professionals and industry experts tackling the most critical topics for cross border startups.

5) Short interviews featuring founders, investors sharing lessons learned, and insights distributed as digital content.

6) An initial 1:1 online audit session to identify cohort’s key needs (e.g., fundraising, GTM strategy, local resources access). Based on this, we provide introductions to the right partners to help accelerate growth.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Innovation Bridge 2026

Paris, France

Connecting stakeholders from both regions to co-develop the next deep-tech breakthroughs. 

MORE DETAILS COMING SOON

Hello Tomorrow Summit 2026

Amsterdam, Netherlands
11th-12th June, 2026

Deepen your knowledge of emerging technologies and strengthen your business amongst a curated guest list of over 3000 leaders in their fields.

Learn more

PAST EVENTS

INNOVATION BRIDGE 2024

Munich, Germany
5-6 November, 2024

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Building on the foundations of the 2023 Paris edition, the 2024 Innovation Bridge in Munich expanded in both scale and depth, gathering 120 attendees from 73 companies. While the previous edition focused on market-entry strategies and cross-border business models, this year introduced stronger involvement from R&I centers, investors, and incubator partners, with discussions shifting toward investment readiness, global expansion preparation, and ecosystem partnerships. With 66 one-on-one meetings and 44 roadshows, the event marked a clear evolution toward more structured collaboration and tangible business opportunities between Asia and Europe.

SELECTED AGENDA:

  • Research and Innovation Center Introduction
  • Panel discussion: Opportunities and challenges for companies in global markets
  • Incubator partners and VC introduction
  • Panel discussion: Preparation and movement to global market

INNOVATION BRIDGE 2023

Paris, France
18-19 October, 2023

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Innovation Bridge is a platform dedicated to fostering Asia-Europe collaboration across the innovation and deep-tech ecosystems. The 2023 edition in Paris brought together key stakeholders to explore leading technology trends and exchange insights on market-entry strategies, business models, intellectual property protection, and global expansion. Through keynote talks, expert panels, and tailored business sessions, participants gained practical knowledge on how to navigate international growth and build strategic partnerships. The event welcomed 110 attendees from 60 companies, hosted 60 one-on-one meetings and featured 40 roadshows, creating a dynamic environment for cross-border innovation and cooperation.

SELECTED AGENDA:

  • Keynote: Insights about Asian and European innovation environment and ecosystem
  • Business strategy for globalisation
  • Entry model for glolbalisation, Intellectual Property design and protection
  • Business setup and supportive resources
  • Panel discussion: Innovation synergy between Asia and Europe

Our community has a strong global presence

FAQ

What makes Innovation Bridge different from a typical networking platform?

Innovation Bridge is a curated and deep-tech community designed to support long-term collaboration rather than one-off meetings. It operates as a trusted ecosystem infrastructure, enabling continuous, high-quality engagement beyond individual events.

Which investors are relevant for my market expansion plans?

The most relevant investors are venture capital funds, corporate venture capital and strategic corporate investors, public or semi-public innovation funds, and Europe-based family offices. These investors can provide not only capital, but also market access, regulatory understanding, and long-term support, which are critical for successful expansion into the European market.

How do I reach out to investors?

Within the Innovation Bridge community, you can explore profiles of investors mainly from Europe and Asia, express interest in relevant profiles, connect with them, and request virtual meetings directly through the platform. AI-powered recommendations also help you identify and reach the most relevant investors. To improve the accuracy of these recommendations, we encourage you to complete your profile with as much information as possible. In addition, the community offers multiple opportunities to build connections through curated roadshows and offline events.

How are connections curated and recommended?

Connections are recommended using:

  • AI matching based on profile data, intent, and behavior
  • Human curation by ecosystem experts
  • Verified member profiles to ensure relevance and trust

This approach reduces noise and increases the quality of interactions.

Do I need to attend events to benefit from the platform?

No. While events enhance visibility and engagement, Innovation Bridge is a year-round platform designed to support ongoing discovery, follow-ups, and collaboration beyond events.

How should I get started?

Once you have registered your interest, eligible members will receive an onboarding email with login details. First click on the button “Start Networking” in the email to access the networking platform. Then, enter your Badge/Registration ID provided to you to login.

If you haven’t received this email:

  • Check your spam box first
  • Login to the platform directly via the link, and enter your email address
  • If you don’t know your Badge ID, click “Request a reminder”
  • You will receive a follow up email automatically with all the login information

You can reset your password at any time after your first login to ensure the privacy and security of your account. After logging in, please follow the onboarding instructions to complete your profile, then explore recommended connections and opportunities within the community. Our team may also reach out to support your onboarding.