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Creating Real Business Opportunities for Nordic and East African Countries
Scaling Nordic & Baltic Innovation into High-Growth Emerging Markets
N E A B E C 2 0 2 6
Where Real Connections Become Business.
Scaling Nordic & Baltic Innovation into High-Growth East African Emerging Markets
WHY ATTEND?
We don't believe in one-off events that end with a stack of business cards. NEABEC 2026 is a rapid commercial engine designed to move you from a first handshake in Helsinki to a signed deal on the ground in East Africa.
The Core Process
Now - May 2026: Rapid Matchmaking. We identify and connect you with strategically aligned partners based on your concrete business needs before you arrive in Helsinki.
May 2026: The Launch. Formalize your initial contact and validate the business logic face-to-face at the event in Helsinki & Tallinn.
Summer 2026: The Bridge. Refine your roles and project roadmap with teh support of our expert team in the Nordics and on the ground in East Africa.
August 2026 and Beyond: The Presence. Finalise the deal during our Market Entry Mission and leverage our local team to establish your permanent operations in the region.
STRATEGIC
ALIGNMENT
Where East African Market Demand Meets Nordic Innovation.
While Europe projects 1.4% growth, East Africa is accelerating at 5.9%. While nations like Germany and France lead in Foreign Direct Investment, Nordic nations are lagging—it is time to close that gap.
The opportunity is already being seized by core European neighbors. This aggressive engagement highlights the market's potential—a trend where many Nordic nations remain on the sidelines. Forward-thinking neighbors like Estonia have already established a foothold, with companies like Bolt scaling rapidly across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda
East Africa
The Growth Frontier: Tap into one of the world's fastest growing regions with a young, tech-savvy workforce.
Market Demand: Smart Cities, Green Energy, and Digital Transformation
Nordics & Baltics
Proven expertise:
Access world-class Nordic & Baltic standards in innovation and sustainability.
Expert Solutions: Circular Bioeconomy, Edtech, and Cybersecurity
De-Risked Market Entry: Move beyond the "future opportunity" and establish a secure, profitable presence with vetted local experts.
Sustainable Growth: Build future-proof operations by adopting the global sustainability standards required by international investors.
Strategic Joint Ventures: Find long-term partners for high-impact technology transfer and industrial scaling.
Access to Capital: Connect with partners who bring more than just technology—they bring global market access and investment potential.
Where Real Connections Become Business.
Each pairing represents concrete opportunities for partnerships, pilots, and market entry through our 12-month commercial engine.
Register your interest to receive early access to the program, participation options, and tailored matchmaking opportunities. Pre-registration is non-binding and does not require payment.
NEABEC exists to turn cross-border interest into concrete business outcomes.
Where Real Connections Become Business.
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