Take Your Innovation to Shenzhen (China)!
Applications for the Netherlands Division of the China (Shenzhen) Innovation & Entrepreneurship International Competition are open until 31 August 2026.
Are you a startup, entrepreneur, university spin-off or research team with an innovative technology or business ready to scale internationally?
Join the Netherlands Division Final on 22 September and get the opportunity to present your venture to investors, industry leaders and innovation experts from China and beyond.
What’s in it for you?
✔️ Win up to €12,000 in the Netherlands Division Final
✔️ Advance to the Industry Finals and Grand Final in Shenzhen
✔️ Compete for up to €89,000 per project in the overall competition
✔️ Connect with potential investors, customers and strategic partners
✔️ Explore opportunities to enter the Chinese market
✔️ Receive access to investor matching, mentoring and business landing support
✔️ Join the innovation ecosystem of Shenzhen and the Greater Bay Area
The competition is open to innovative projects in technology, digital innovation, advanced manufacturing, green technology, new materials, biomedicine & health, and marine economy.
𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮 The Division Final in the Netherlands is organized by Frank & the Backs. For some time now, Frank & the Backs has been building bridges between the Dutch and Chinese innovation ecosystems, helping Dutch ventures access opportunities in China while simultaneously supporting Chinese companies entering the Dutch and EU markets. Last year, the Frank & the Backs China Hub was officially opened in Shanghai.
Address: Titaan, Saturnusstraat 95, The Hague, Netherlands.
More information and application: Check the website. Apply by 31 August 2026 and get your innovation in front of the people and partners who can help you grow in China.
