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KGAP+ DAY – Batch13 Unveiling –2025/06/10

 

We will be holding an unveiling event for Batch 13 of KGAP+ (Keihanna Global Acceleration Program Plus)!

In the past 12 programs, KGAP+ (Keihanna Global Acceleration Program Plus) has supported 196 startups from 23 countries in finding business partners. This time, two new countries, Poland and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have  participated to the program, and a total of 15 startups have been selected.

Please join us for the unveiling event of KGAP+, whose global network is expanding even more!

 

The procedure is as follows.

  • Instead of live presentations by startups, pitch videos (3 minutes) will be aired.
  • Before each company’s pitch video, the organizer will give a brief business explanation in Japanese.
  • The pitch videos will be presented in English, but the entire event will be conducted in Japanese.
  • There will be no Q&A session so that we can introduce as many startups as possible in a short time, but if you let our staff know about the startups you are interested in, the organizers will provide various follow-up and support, such as introducing you to the startups’ contact information and setting up online meetings.

 

  • For more information about KGAP+, click here
  • KGAP+ is in collaboration with the Osaka, Kyoto, Hyogo – Kobe Consortium which was selected as a Global Startup City under the Japanese Cabinet Office. For more information about business environment in Kansai region, see “INVEST JAPAN, INVEST KANSAI

Date / Time Tuesday, June 10, 2025 13:30 - 15:00
Venue

Online by Zoom

Program

*Time: Japan Standard Time
*Language: Japanese (except startup’s pitche video)

 

13:30 Opening remarks

 

13:32 Introduction of Keihanna Global Innovation Ecosystem and KGAP+

Dr. Hiroyuki Suzuki, Senior Executive Vice President, ATR (KGAP+ Program Director)

 

13:52 Pitches by KGAP+ Batch 13, 14 Startups
(ATR-LT, which is one of  15 selected Startups, will not appear this ivent)

 

【Healthcare】

    1. BioAro  (Canada)
      BioAro offers an AI-powered multi-omics health platform that combines genomic, epigenomic, and microbiome testing with wearable monitoring and robotic-assisted data collection to support early diagnosis and personalized care.

 

【Smart Materials R Robotics】

    1. AdapTronics  (Italy)
      AdapTronics creates robotic gripping devices using a proprietary electro-adhesive film. The technology enables fast, energy-efficient operation with AI-based sensing for applications requiring precision and delicate handling.
    2. Inveel  (Switzerland)
      Inveel’s sensory skin enhances robotics by enabling flexible, retrofittable surfaces that integrate multiple sensor types. The technology is ideal for electronics, precision assembly, and surgical applications.
    3. Smart Resilin  (Israel)
      Smart Resilin produces eco-friendly, high-performance materials by engineering resilin through bacteria. These alternatives to synthetic elastomers are suitable for footwear, cosmetics, 3D printing, and biomedical applications.
    4. FibriTech  (Poland)
      FibriTech develops high-performance biomaterials from natural cellulose and lignocellulose fibers using proprietary mould-expansion technology. Its first product is a fully bio-based, peat- and rockwool-free substrate for soilless cultivation.

 

【Sustainability】

    1. Wanda Fish  (Israel)
      Wanda Fish develops sustainable cultured seafood, focusing on premium cuts of bluefin tuna to address growing global demand for healthier and environmentally friendly alternatives.
    2. Carbelim  (UAE)
      Carbelim develops microalgae-based systems that purify air and capture carbon. Integrated into buildings and infrastructure, these systems improve air quality and produce protein-rich biomass for aquafeed.
    3. BroadBit Batteries Oy  (Finland)
      BroadBit Batteries is developing a high-performance, safe, and sustainable Sodium-Salt battery for the green economy. Using metallic sodium and common compounds like table salt, their technology cuts greenhouse gas emissions by five times and reduces material and manufacturing costs by over 65% and 40%, respectively.

 

【Industrial & Infrastracture】

    1. Tessonics  (Canada)
      Tessonics provides real-time ultrasonic monitoring systems for single-sided resistance welding, enabling non-destructive inspection in manufacturing environments where conventional solutions are unavailable.
    2. IPIPE  (Israel)
      IPIPE uses real-time in-pipe monitoring and AI-driven analytics to detect patterns, predict failures, and optimize maintenance. The system improves efficiency, reduces emergency repairs, and supports digital twin modeling for water networks.
    3. GeoMate  (Canada)
      GeoMate transforms high-resolution aerial imagery into compact, simulation-ready HD maps with 10 cm accuracy. The data is compatible with standards like OpenDRIVE and Lanelet2, and integrates with major autonomous driving simulators.

 

【Audio Tech】

    1. ORA Graphene Audio  (Canada)
      ORA develops high-performance audio devices using graphene, offering clearer sound, deeper bass, and lower distortion for audiophiles and gamers, all with low power consumption.
    2. AVAtronics  (Switzerland)
      AVAtronics provides high-bandwidth active noise cancellation for use in headphones, vehicles, and more. Their software can be embedded in low-power chips like SoCs, DSPs, and FPGAs, making it ideal for compact devices.

 

【Education】

    1. Standy  (Japan)
      Standy offers an AI-powered platform that helps high school teachers guide students in inquiry-based learning. Users can explore a database of past research projects and receive AI-generated recommendations.

 

15:30 Closing remarks

 

*The timetable might be changed.

Object Anyone interested in collaboration with startups and global collaboration, etc.
Due date for application Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Notes for attendance

- A link to the Zoom webinar will be provided to you by email after you sign up for the event.
- Please enter with the e-mail address registered at the time of application.
Organizer

– Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute International (ATR)
– Keihanna Research Complex

    

Sponsor etc.
  • ■ Co-hosted by

    – National Research Council Canada
    – Israel Innovation Authority
    – EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation
    – Arractiveness Research Territory – EU
    – Swissnex in Japan

     

     

          

      

     

     

  • ■ Cooperated by

    – Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) (Under requesting)
    – Economic and Trade Mission, Embassy of Israel in Japan
    – XBorder Innovations

     

      

Secretariat
  • Innovation Co-Creation Team,
    Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute International (ATR)
  • E-mail:kih@keihanna-rc.jp




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