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      • About Us

        SPACE-F is the first global FoodTech startup incubator and accelerator in Thailand, bringing together leading FoodTech startups and corporates through an innovative mentorship, business connections, and co-working program (no equity taken) - established through the cooperation of Thai Union Group, the National Innovation Agency, Mahidol University, and supported by industry leading corporates.

         

        SPACE-F contributes as a central platform gathering resources from corporates, VCs, CVCs, universities and government to develop and promote deep-tech and innovative FoodTech startups with speed and effectiveness. Selected startups will be incubated and accelerated to be new food economy warriors and scale up to take on South-East Asian and global markets.

         

        Startups participating in the program will be given access to an extended, cross industry network, facilities, mentorship and network they need to start, grow and scale their business in Southeast Asia. SPACE-F aims to create future economic warriors who are dedicated and motivated to innovate by engaging deep tech as a tool for sustainable businesses.

         

        We are looking for startups from around the world in different stages of their development to address the 9 wide-ranging FoodTech themes. If you are ready to learn, grow, and scale, come join us for another exciting batch!

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        Trends in Food Technology

        Biomass Fermentation, 3D Cultivated Meat and everything Plant- Based; the Alternative Protein industry is growing at the speed of light and is only gaining more momentum with the defined shift in consumer- spending habits through COVID19.

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        Trends in Food Technology

        The year 2021 has seen the rise of "Green Tech", technology developed with focus on up-cycling, redistribution, smart labelling and other automated processes that aim to secure the supply chain for food, for generations to come.

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        Trends in Food Technology

        It's said that the next evolutionary step in health and wellness is "Personalised Nutrition" as consumers demand greater control of their food intake, and seek products that cater to their individual needs.

      • Program Partners for Batch III will be Announced Soon

         

        SPACE-F Program is a collaboration between the National Innovation Agency, Thai Union, and Mahidol University. Each batch, the founders will recruit industry leading corporates to help support the startups in the cohort.

         

        Partners will be there to support the startups every step of the way. The mentorship, network, commercial opportunities, and investment possibilities offered by these leading corporates will ensure that participants in the program will have a flying start to their business.

         

        The founders and partners will also be joined by external experts and investors in helping the startups achieve their individual objectives.

      • Focus Sectors

        Health & Wellness

        Alternative Proteins

        Smart Manufacturing

        Packaging Solutions

        Novel Food & Ingredients

        Biomaterials & Chemicals

        Restaurant Tech

        Food Safety & Quality

        Smart Food Services

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        ARE YOU READY TO

        START YOUR

        FOODTECH JOURNEY?

        Are you a student, career switcher, food tech enthusiast, leader in your family business or do you simply have an idea to change the future or food? Then SPACE-F is looking for you!

         

        Our incubator is dedicated to helping you start your business with mentorship from the regions leading foodtech innovators, supporting you on everything from product development to testing your business plan, preparing for investment meetings and hiring your first staff members.

         

        Wondering if the incubator program would be a good fit for you? Reach out to us to discuss the possibilities!

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      • BATCH III COHORT

        SPACE-F is excited to introduce you to the 2021 Batch III cohort!

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        Spira

        USA

        Organic food-pigments from micro-algae with the waste products used for plant based meat and milks.

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        Sophie's Bionutrients

        Singapore

        High quality sustainable plant based protein from micr-oalgae, grown in urban environments.

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        Dezpax

        Thailand

        E-commerce platform offering customised, eco-friendly and affordable food packaging solutions to SME’s in the F&B sector.

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        Profile Print

        Singapore

        SaaS-based food analyser using AI to authenticate and recognise characteristics such as taste profile and quality.

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        Karana

        Singapore

        Plant based proteins from jackfruit with proprietary IP on ‘meat’ easy-to-use in the (professional) kitchen.

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        Febervita

        Brazil

        Up-cycling byproducts from cassava to produce a clean label, gluten-free, GMO-free, allergen-free and fibrous ingredient.

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        Ixon

        Hong Kong

        Sous-vide aseptic packaging by sterilising food at lower temperature to prolong shelf life.

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        Nitro Labs

        Thailand

        Craft brewer of non-alcoholic beverages like nitro cold brew coffee and teas. Healthy alternative to sweet non-alcoholic beverages.

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        Advanced Green Farm

        Thailand

        Incubator Batch I graduate; grows high quality, high protein, low carb, low fat, low calorie Wolffia micro-algae.

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        Avant Meats

        Hong Kong

        Lab-grown fish based on fish cell cultivation at large scale for the food & beverage, medical and cosmetics markets.

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        Saxo Siam

        Thailand

        Sustainable fishmeal and chicken feed made from black soldier fly larvae composting agricultural waste.

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        GPJ Biotechnology

        Thailand

        Supplement to address joint pain, utilising glucosamine, capsicum, other herbal ingredients.

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        The Flying Thai Foods

        Thailand

        Packaging solution that keeps food fresh for longer; specially designed for Durian

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        Rethink Bio

        India

        Rethink Bio intends to harness the novel nutritional potential of micro-algae to create delicious, healthy and sustainable food products.

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        Viramino

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        Convenient snack foods with healthy plant-based protein and a local flavour profile, targeting fitness and wellness minded consumers.

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        Yindii

        Thailand

        Marketplace helping restaurants, bakeries and supermarkets sell their unsold surplus to consumers at discounted price. Developing an app to connect consumers to retailers to purchase surplus food.

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        HydroZitLa

        Thailand

        Delicious and clinically-proven functional drink for preventing kidney stone formation. First product in Thailand to offer to the kidney stone patients.

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        Omylk

        Thailand

        Heat stable, pasteurised oat milk, which can be heated and frothed.

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        Nam Jai

        Thailand

        Thailand's first sparkling water RTD made with a squeeze of 100% real fruit, zero sugar added, and no fake flavours or sweeteners. Each can contains only 20 calories

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        Trash Lucky

        Thailand

        Incentivising people to recycle through offering them Trash Lucky lottery tickets; custom backend and robot machinery.

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        CALLING ALL FOOD-TECH STARTUPS!

        SPACE-F is dedicated to increasing access to better, safer and more nutritious foods, future-proofing the global food supply chain, and making your business a success.

         

        We are proud to announce that this year, SPACE-F's founders - NIA, Thai Union PLC and Mahidol University - have partnered with ThaiBev, one of the leading beverage companies in Asia - to deliver the best of the region to our startups.

         

        The 2020 program will also be supported by Betagro and Deloitte, ensuring startups benefit from working with leading corporates along the food supply chain. The mentorship, network, commercial and investment possibilities offered by these leading corporates will ensure that participants in the program will have a flying start to their business.

         

        Are you ready to step up to the challenge?

         

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      • SPACE-F is proud to announce their partners

        for the 2020 program

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        ThaiBev

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      • Are you ready to change the future of food?

         

        With the current global pandemic, we are committed to this goal more than ever. COVID-19 has urged the world to rethink food security and the new normal in the food and beverage industry. Supply chain disruptions, social distancing, labour shortage, and food waste have posed tremendous challenges for the global food industry.

        It is time for innovation, and we are looking for those startups ready to lead the way. Join Batch III of our world class FoodTech Accelerator and Incubator Programs addressing the front lines of FoodTech. With the support of leading corporates, institutions and policy makers, SPACE-F is dedicated to supporting growing FoodTech startups and bringing together entrepreneurs, experts and investors to address the biggest challenges facing the global food industry. We are dedicated to exploring innovative solutions, future-proofing the global food supply chain, and making you a successful startup.

      • Why Thailand?

        Welcome to the Kitchen of the World

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        Food is central to Thailand's culture and economy

         

        Thailand is nicknamed "The Kitchen of the World". Thailand is both one of the world largest agricultural exporters as well as a major food producer, with the food industry contributing over 23% to the country's GDP.

         

        The food industry is also at the core of the governments Thailand 4.0 initiative, enabling innovation transecting agriculture, manufacturing, retail and hospitality sectors.

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        The worlds leading food players call Thailand their home

         

        Thailands food corporates are world famous: Including the worlds largest producers of seafood, pet food and poultry products to some of Asia's leading beverages companies; from world-class restaurants to bespoke coffee brands.

         

        SPACE-F is closely aligned to the corporate ecosystem in Thailand, ensuring your access to some of the leading players in the ASEAN -and global - food system.

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        Thailand is one of the worlds best locations for startups

         

        For the past years Thailand has been recognised as the best place in the world to start a business by Wharton business school - and with new tax and visa incentives, the government is actively working to maintain and improve this reputation.

         

        Thailands growing economy, great infrastructure, and government support for startups make it the perfect hub for launching your business into South-East Asia and beyond.

      • Why SPACE-F?

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        Mentorship

        A Guiding Hand

        with local and global quality mentors we bring into the program to help in all aspect of your business

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        Workspace

        Labs and Workspace

        featuring lab access high-tech machinery & instrumentation along with workspace to help your startup succeed

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        Global connection

        Support your expansion

        through Thai Union's Global channels, the NIA's global startup programs, Mahidol University's academic network, and Nests global offices

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        Investment

        Equity-Free

        while providing you with opportunity to meet investors. The program will not take any equity or IP in order to participate

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        Media Exposure

        Reach your audience

        and increase your brand awareness - we will help you to reach out to your target audience and potential investors

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        Location

        Innovate in food paradise

        with Thailand as a hub for many international startups with affordable cost of living, as well as an abundance of food companies

      • Program Uniqueness

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        Triple Helix Cooperation

        Joint program founders consisting of government, private and university partners

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        Hybrid Program in One Place

        All in one incubator and accelerator programs

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        SMART Visa Service

        Fast and efficient way to come to grow your business in Thailand

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      • Founded By

        National Innovation Agency
        Thai Union Group

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      • Our Facilities

        SPACE-F is situated in the heart of Bangkok and features a co-working space, food maker space, office space, lab space and meeting and conference rooms in the one building which is required by startups to operate productively and efficiently. The centre also features hi-speed Wi-Fi, access to high-technology labs within Mahidol University and pilot plants for prototype making.

         

        *Due to the global situation, Batch II is likely to take place (partly) online - stay tuned for the latest information

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