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Campus Create's Singapore Bridge Initiative: Global Expansion Support for HealthTech Startups

In today's rapidly evolving medical landscape, the Singapore Bridge Initiative by Campus Create is paving the way for promising healthtech startups aiming for international expansion. This strategic program, which is entering its second phase, serves as a vital bridge for deep-tech startups to transition into unicorns by offering invaluable resources and networks.

Program Overview

The second edition of the Singapore Bridge Initiative is set to empower participants to take concrete steps towards expanding their operations internationally. With a successful first round in 2025, which helped enhance connections with local support institutions and venture capital networks, the 2026 version promises even more extensive hands-on assistance.

Why Should You Participate?

The initiative offers a myriad of opportunities:

• - Meet Local Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and prospective customers in the region.
• - Pitch and Demo at major general and specialized hospitals along with rehabilitation centers.
• - Engage in discussions and verifications of Proof of Concept (PoC) with clinical sites.
• - Search for collaborators, co-research, and development partners.
• - Create fundraising opportunities through meetings with investors and VCs.
• - Devise strategies tailored for the Southeast Asian market.

Who is Eligible?

The program is tailored for:

• - Healthtech startups and university-affiliated ventures focusing on medical and caregiving devices.
• - Researchers aiming to commercialize results from medical and caregiving studies.
• - Businesses considering the internationalization of their products.
• - Entrepreneurs with a strong inclination towards global expansion.

Participation Costs

For universities and startups founded within the last ten years, the fee is 200,000 JPY (excl. tax) per company. Other businesses will incur a fee of 300,000 JPY (excl. tax) per company. Interestingly, up to three representatives per company can attend under the same fee structure. Participants are responsible for additional expenses, including travel, local transportation, accommodation, and meals.

Comprehensive Schedule

The program's timeline is set from the end of March 2026 to the end of April 2026, which includes:

• - Preliminary Hearings and Matching before travel
• - Online discussions leading up to the trip
• - On-ground travel programs from May 11 to May 15
• - Post-visit follow-ups, ensuring a complete support system to transition ideas into actionable plans.

Important Dates

• - March 2026: Pre-hearings and matching
• - May 11: Arrivals in Singapore and initial visits to Origgin Ventures and HealthTEC.SG
• - May 12: Pitching at a landmark innovation hub
• - May 13: Meetings with potential partners
• - May 14: 1-on-1 meetings, followed by travel to Malaysia
• - May 15: Visiting University of Malaya in Kuala Lumpur

How to Apply

Interested participants can apply through the provided application form. Early consultations are encouraged for those in the decision-making process. For inquiries, reach out via email to [email protected].

With a proven track record in previously successful iterations, this current initiative underscores Campus Create's commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the healthtech startup ecosystem.