Japan Pavilion marked a Unique Success at GITEX Future Stars 2021 (rebranded as “North Star Dubai”)

Last October, JETRO has organized its largest JAPAN PAVILION with record-breaking number of participants at GITEX Future Stars (now redefined as “North Star Dubai”). JETRO has doubled the exhibiting companies to 20 Japanese Startups; 14 companies were able to exhibit in-person despite the travel restrictions, while the other 6 exhibitors were able to interact with the visitors virtually.

According to the data gathered by the organizer, GITEX Technology Week received more than 100,000 visitors including investors, potential clients, and strategic partners which was a great opportunity for the Japanese exhibitors to evaluate market potentials, explore business opportunities, and initiate business discussions with potential partners.

More than 700 startups from 60+ countries participated in the event, and 5 exhibiting startups from Japan were shortlisted in the semi-finals for GITEX Future Stars pitch competition “Supernova Challenge”, namely:

▪ Ark Inc. - sustainable CRAS (Closed Recirculating Aquaculture System) for land-based fish farming.

▪ AWL, Inc. - an innovative Edge AI solutions and deep learning-based video analytics. 

▪ Linearity Co. Ltd - linear motor elevators and other energy-efficient “last mile” mobility solutions. 

▪ PJP Eye LTD - organic carbon battery “Cambrian” that charges 10x faster and lasts for 20 years.

▪ Quantum Operation Inc. - world’s first wearable device, non-invasive blood glucose monitoring without needles.

PJP Eye Ltd qualified to the final round, and won the “Best International Startup” category award. In addition, PJP Eye Ltd also awarded as the GRAND WINNER for Draper-Aladdin Prize of up to $500,000 investment.

JETRO’s participation at GITEX Future Stars 2021 was truly a unique success, and we are more inspired to help and bring success to more Japanese startups.