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PIER71™ Smart Port Challenge 2024 Roadshow: Silicon Valley

When: 20 June 2024, Thursday
Time: 4.30pm – 6pm EST
Where: BLOCK71 Silicon Valley
107 S B St #300, San Mateo, CA 94401, United States
Registration link: https://lu.ma/ndp4qx62

​Missed the first roadshow from PIER71™ to learn about the innovation opportunities from Smart Port Challenge 2024? Don’t fret! Calling out to startups, VCs, researchers and enthusiasts in the Bay Area to come and join us on 20th June 2024!

​The maritime industry carries 90% of world trade. An estimated of 80% of goods by volume and 36% energy products are carried by seaborne trade. Shipping is responsible for 2 – 3% of global CO2 emissions. Accelerating digitalization and decarbonization will be key for the ports and shipping to meet IMO 2023 Net-Zero Strategy and the climate goals.

​Come and join us to learn more about the diversity of Maritime Singapore! Learn how the innovation opportunities from SPC 2024, ranging from maritime green technologies, smart shipping, next generation ports etc., seeks to support port and maritime transition efforts.

Attendees will:

✅ Discover 14 innovation opportunities in Green Technologies, Smart Shipping, Next Generation Ports, and Digitalization.
✅ Gain insights on leveraging Green & Digital Shipping Corridors to test your solutions, acquire partners and access funding.
✅ Network with key players in the maritime innovation ecosystem.

​Network with key players in the maritime innovation ecosystem.

Shortlisted finalists are enrolled in a two-phase, 12-week programme.


Phase 1: Fit Check - Market Discovery and Validation

Kickstart your journey by diving deep into the heart of your market! In this phase, we'll help you answer the pivotal question: Is there a product-market fit for your solution? Validate your tech, test your assumptions, and find the perfect match for your innovation. A review will be conducted at the end of Phase 1. Only selected participants will advance to Phase 2.


Phase 2: Gap Busters - Navigating New Markets

Now, it's time to bridge the commercial gap. In this phase, you’ll partner with industry veterans who bring sharp business insights to the table. Together, you’ll navigate and conquer markets that may be uncharted territory for your startup.


Although the programme is designed for remote and overseas participants, in-person participation is required for the following events conducted in Singapore: