Applications are now being accepted for SPACE-F's premier Accelerator and Incubator Program, recognized globally.

At the third demo day of SPACE-F batch, seven innovative food-tech startups showcased their creations to a gathering of investors, venture capitalists, and corporate executives from both Thailand and international locations. SPACE-F, Thailand's pioneering global incubator and accelerator for food-tech startups, is now inviting applications globally for its fourth cohort until December 23, 2022. This announcement follows the successful conclusion of its third incubator batch in October, where seven food-tech startups unveiled their innovations. Dr. Chris Aurand, the Open Innovation Leader at Thai Union, expressed enthusiasm for the recruitment of the 2023 cohort, highlighting the program as a prime opportunity for emerging foodtech companies aiming to establish themselves in Thailand and Asia. He emphasized Thai Union's commitment to facilitating investment and collaborative opportunities for participants. SPACE-F stands as Thailand's inaugural global incubator and accelerator for food-tech startups, designed to cultivate innovation through mentorship, business networking, and a co-working program, without taking equity from the participating startups and companies. The initiative is a collaborative effort between Thai Union Group, the National Innovation Agency of Thailand, Mahidol University, and is supported by leading corporates like Thai Beverage PLC and Deloitte Thailand, with RISE providing expertise in startup growth. Startups and scaleups interested in joining the 2023 batch have until December 23 to apply, with the selected companies to be announced in January 2023. For further details, interested parties can access the program guidebook, visit the SPACE-F website, or contact them directly via email. -ENDS- For media inquiries, contact Wiriyaporn Posayanonda at Thai Union or Markus Reber for European communications. The National Innovation Agency (NIA) aims to enhance Thailand's innovation landscape, promoting economic advancement and competitive edge through co-creation and networking. Thai Union Group PCL, a global seafood leader, is committed to sustainable and innovative seafood solutions, with a vast portfolio of international and Thai brands. Thai Beverage, established in 2003, has grown to become one of Asia's largest beverage producers. Deloitte offers a wide range of services across multiple industries, with a significant presence in Thailand. Mahidol University, with a history dating back to 1888, offers a diverse range of programs and has been recognized as an autonomous institution since 2007. RISE, a Corporate Innovation Powerhouse in Southeast Asia, aims to boost the region's GDP through various innovation platforms.