GIA Amsterdam Acceleration Programme

Expand For Singapore-based tech startups looking to expand into the Netherlands through Amsterdam.

connect Connects Singapore companies with in-market partners and opportunities to test and commercialise their solutions.

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About this programme

Beyond Borders: From Singapore to the Netherlands

This sector-agnostic program is designed to empower Singapore's scaleups and SMEs to accelerate market entry into the Netherlands. Through tailored go-to-market support and 1-2-1 business matching, we equip your business with the localized market intelligence and strategic connections required for a successful European expansion.

The 10-week programme is divided into three phases:

  1. 4-week Acceleration Sprint and Competence Building phase, featuring hybrid masterclasses and personalised coaching
  2. 5-week Business Development Funnel phase, focusing on creating commercial and investor funnels and facilitating business introductions with Dutch companies
  3. 1-week In-Market Trip to Amsterdam including conference and ecosystem visits, business meetings and a pitch showcase event to connect with business and investment targets

Additionally, participants will gain access to co-working space and Startupbootcamp's proprietary digital learning platform, which offers extensive resources for venture growth and go-to-market strategies, as well as a digital mentor network.

About Startupbootcamp

Headquartered in Amsterdam, Startupbootcamp is a global accelerator with strong expertise in supporting and scaling startups and corporates. With more than 20 offices worldwide, Startupbootcamp has a global network of more than 4,000 mentors and industry experts, 3,000 investors and VCs, 200 corporate partners and 200 service providers.

Since 2010, Startupbootcamp ran more than 170 innovation programmes in over 30 countries, with different domain focuses such as agrifood, energy, fintech, mobility, and sustainability.

Key features

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    Global footprint

    Since 2010, Startupbootcamp has ran over 170 innovation programmes in over 30 countries, with offices in Europe, Asia, South America and Australia, and an unparalleled network of advisors and corporate partners.

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    Relevant industry connections

    Startupbootcamp will match companies within the different industry verticals and unlock full access to their network of over one hundred Fortune 500 companies to ensure participants get high impact connections specific to their domain.

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    Funding opportunities

    Startupbootcamp alumni have raised on average €1.7m in funding, across a portfolio of more than 1,600 startups. Startupbootcamp maintains an active network of investors in each market to regularly review and invest in startups in their acceleration programmes.

Eligibility

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    Incorporated in Singapore with at least 30% local equity held directly or indirectly by Singaporean(s) and/or Singapore PR(s), determined by the ultimate individual ownership
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    An existing product in the market that has achieved initial traction OR demonstrated sufficient initial validation and traction through partnership, investment or proven research

How to apply

Applications for the programme are now open. Interested applicants can sign up here by 31st July 2026 or reach out to Hinon Chang at hinon.chang@startupbootcamp.com.au.

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