Leave a Nest x TIPM Partners again

For Immediate Release

Leave a Nest and TIPM/MRANTI Partner Again to Propel Malaysian Startups into the Japanese Market

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July 25, 2024 – Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. is excited to announce its continued collaboration with TIPM/MRANTI as a country partner for the Global Market-Fit Program (GMP) Japan for 2024. Building on the success of last year's partnership, this renewed collaboration aims to advance Malaysian startups' expansion into the Japanese market.

The GMP Japan, a flagship initiative by TIPM/MRANTI, provides a comprehensive platform for startups to validate and refine their business models in the Japanese market. The program is designed to bridge the gap between Malaysian innovation and Japanese market opportunities, offering startups critical insights, networking opportunities, and strategic guidance.

This collaboration underscores Leave a Nest's commitment to supporting the growth of Malaysian startups and facilitating their successful entry into the Japanese market. The program’s success last year demonstrated the potential of Malaysian innovation on a global stage, and we are eager to build on that momentum. 

Over a two to three-month period, from August to October, the GMP Japan program provides participating startups with tailored support, including market validation trips, mentorship from industry experts, and access to potential investors. This year’s initiative will feature an enhanced program structure, incorporating feedback from last year's participants to ensure an even more impactful experience. This collaboration is pivotal in helping Malaysian startups gain the exposure and support they need to thrive in the Japanese market.

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Key features of the GMP Japan program include:

• Market Validation Trips: Customised trips to Japan for startups to gain market insights and connect with potential customers and partners.
• Expert Mentorship: Access to guidance from industry professionals and Japanese market experts.
• Investment Opportunities: Connections to investors interested in emerging technologies and innovative solutions.

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The GMP is seeking companies prioritising R&D solutions with intellectual property registered in Malaysia or are majority Malaysian-owned. Startups in various sectors, including Manufacturing, Robotics/Drones, IoT, AI, Agri-tech, Biotech, Healthcare, Med-tech, Food-tech, Care-tech, Marine-tech and Ecotech are encouraged to apply.

To be eligible for the programme, companies must demonstrate a minimum revenue of RM1 million, possess commercialised products with a minimum Technical Readiness Level of 6 or higher, have a proven stream of business transactions, and maintain a solid financial record.

The application process for GMP Japan is now open, and interested startups are encouraged to apply for the chance to participate in this prestigious program. For more information on how to apply and details on the program, please visit : https://mranti.my/gmp/japan

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About Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.
Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. is a global innovation and research company dedicated to creating and supporting innovative ventures and startups. With a mission to contribute to the growth of science and technology, Leave a Nest operates a range of programs and initiatives to support entrepreneurs and researchers worldwide.

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About TIPM/MRANTI
TIPM/MRANTI is Malaysia’s central research commercialisation agency that fast-tracks the development of technology innovations from ideas to impact. Serving as a connector, incubator and catalyst to enable early-stage ideation to mature entities to commercialise and scale, TIPM/MRANTI offers innovators and industry access to world-class integrated infrastructure, interventions & programmes, partnerships and a suite of resources. In doing so, TIPM/MRANTI aims to expand Malaysia’s funnel of innovation supply, and unlock new R&D value by ensuring effective transitions in the commercialisation lifecycle. It will also link academia with industry and the public sector to streamline market-driven R&D efforts for mission-based outcomes.