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UNIDGE Announces Participation Support for Startups at JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2025

UNIDGE, a subsidiary of AlphaDrive, is excited to announce its role in supporting startup companies for the upcoming JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2025. This significant event, organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, will take place from October 30 to November 9, 2025, at Tokyo Big Sight in Koto, Ariake.

Beginning on April 10, 2025, the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW will introduce the Startup Future Factory program. This initiative aims to spotlight startups with innovative ideas and technologies that will shape the future of the mobility industry. Participants will have the opportunity to secure booths and compete in pitch contests, all designed to foster collaboration between startups, established businesses, and attendees. The overarching theme for this year's event is \"Let's Explore an Exciting Future!\"

The Startup Future Factory serves as a platform for like-minded individuals and companies to connect and co-create unique business opportunities within the mobility sector. With a focus on enhancing and expanding the mobility industry, UNIDGE calls upon startups that can contribute both directly and indirectly to the future of mobility-related technologies and services.

Key Details About the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2025

• - Event Dates: October 30 (Thursday) - November 9 (Sunday)
• - Press Days: October 29 (Wednesday) and October 30 (Thursday)
• - Venue: Tokyo Big Sight (Tokyo International Exhibition Center)
• - Official Website: JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW

To kick off the application process, UNIDGE will host an online briefing session on April 23, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM via Zoom. This session will provide essential information for startups interested in participating. Pre-registration is required for access, and interested parties can sign up through the provided link: Registration Form.

Pitch Contest and Awards

The pitch contest will feature two categories based on the growth stage of the startups: the Seed/Early Stage and the Middle/Later Stage. The total prize pool amounts to 12 million yen, aimed at supporting startups with financing needs at different stages.

• - Seed/Early Stage: For companies from establishment through Series A funding.
• - Middle/Later Stage: Targeting startups that have reached Series B or beyond, provided they are yet to go public by the finals.

The aim is to create opportunities that align closely with the specific needs of the participating companies while supporting an environment of collaboration and innovation.

Exhibition Booths

UNIDGE will be allocating exhibition spaces in three segments, with about 50 companies showcasing their innovations per period. Each company's booth will adhere to themes focused on enhancing mobility, sustainability, and updating support systems for daily life and work.

Application Process for Booths

Exhibition fees are 330,000 yen (tax included) per booth with specified dimensions and basic packages to facilitate participation. Additional requirements for setup and customization can be arranged for an extra fee.

The application form is accessible here: Booth Registration.

About UNIDGE

UNIDGE envisions a world where businesses can effortlessly embrace collaboration through the power of technology and human connection. The company's offerings include support services for establishing collaborative frameworks and products aimed at optimizing partnership effectiveness.

About AlphaDrive

• - Company Name: AlphaDrive Co., Ltd.
• - Founded: February 23, 2018
• - CEO: Koichi Aso
• - Location: 1F Kurasu Building, 2-17-3 Nagatacho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0014
• - Website: AlphaDrive

This upcoming mobility show promises groundbreaking insights and valuable networking opportunities, underscoring the importance of innovation in shaping the industry's future.