You’re Invited: Grow Your Network with Sony and Japanese Startups
Sony, in collaboration with MINC, will host a networking event in Malmö, offering a unique opportunity for those looking to expand beyond their local ecosystem. The event will bring together three visiting Japanese startups and members of the Nordic innovation community.
The event will give startups, companies and innovation partners the inside scoop on how cross-border connections between Japan and the Nordics can help create new business opportunities and collaborations.
Date: Thursday, 10 September 2026
Time: 13:00–14:00
Location: MINC, Malmö
Capacity: Maximum 60 participants
Audience: Startups, universities, corporates, investors, incubators, accelerators and innovation ecosystem partners.
The programme will include short presentations from Sony and MINC, pitches from three Japanese startups, product demonstrations, coffee and plenty of time to connect with participating companies and members of the local ecosystem.
Meet Three Japanese Startups Exploring the Nordics
We are lucky enough to be joined by three Japanese startups participating in the TIB CATAPULT Project:
Hello MOVIE!
RideVision
MagicHolic
Each startup will present its company, technology and areas of interest. They will also be available for further discussions and potential meetings where business interests align.
Interested in exploring a one-to-one meeting with one of the participating startups? Contact rodrigo.terrarios@sony.com.
Meetings are subject to relevance, availability and confirmation.
Connecting Japan and the Nordic Innovation Ecosystem
Sony innovation experts will provide a brief introduction to the TIB CATAPULT Project and how it is helping connect Japan with the Nordic innovation ecosystem.
The project develops “innovation clusters” — communities that bring together a range of business operators, including large enterprises, startups, investors and other organizations. These clusters are designed to foster collaboration and promote innovation that creates meaningful social impact.
Focus areas include deep tech, city tech, agritech, space, life sciences, logistics, food tech and more. SAP-E is currently placing particular emphasis on TIB’s Creative Entertainment Cluster, working alongside Sony Music Solutions and other partners.
Sony’s Boundary Spanning Service
Participants will also receive a short introduction to Sony’s Boundary Spanning Service and how it is designed to help connect organizations with relevant partners, expertise and potential opportunities across markets, including Japan.