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2026 NORDIC EAST AFRICA 
BUSINESS EXPO & CONFERENCE 

Creating Real Business Opportunities for Nordic, Baltic and East African Companies

Your opportunity to understand and scale your business to new 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:

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.

WHY ATTEND?

  • Understand the market opportunities and business potential of the Nordic and Baltic & East African regions

  • Create deep personal connections between decision makers through matchmaking 

  • Make real business opportunities for trade

  • Gain knowledge, tools, and help to turn opportunities into REAL business 

  • Not just another boring seminar, but an engaging 3-day program to get you results

WHERE IT ALL BEGAN:

S T R A T E G I C  A L I G N M E N T

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 such as Bolt scaling rapidly across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Agricultural sector in Uganda

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, & Digital Transformation

East Africa

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.

 

Nordic & Baltic Agritech expertise

Nordics & Baltics

Proven expertise. Access world-class  Nordic & Baltic standards in innovation & sustainability. 

Expert Solutions. Circular Bioeconomy, Edtech,& Cybersecurity

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.

S T R A T E G I C   P A R T N E R S 

C O R P O R A T E   P A R T N E R S 

T I C K E T S

ACADEMIC PASS

Academic Pass
  • Full access Day 1. Gain firsthand insight into cross-continental logistics moving beyond textbooks, and see how global execution happens in real-time. 

  • Networking lunch. Focused networking over lunch. Its the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.

  • VIP Matchmaking App. Use the app to identify key players and pre-schedule private 1-on1 meetings to discuss potential partnerships and pilots before the event. 

  • The Digital Delegate Pack. Full access to speaker presentations, white papers, and the official 2026 Execution Report. 

REGULAR PASS

Regular  Pass
  • Full access Day 1. Gain firsthand insight into cross-continental logistics moving beyond textbooks, and see how global execution happens in real-time. 

  • Networking lunch. Focused networking over lunch. Its the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.

  • VIP Matchmaking App. Use the app to identify key players and pre-schedule private 1-on1 meetings to discuss potential partnerships and pilots before the event. 

  • Evening Cocktail Reception. The day doesn't end at 5 OM. This is for off-the-record chats and meeting people properly once the formal sessions are over. 

VIP PASS FOR NORDIC & BALTIC COMPANIES

Nordics and Baltics VIP Pass
  • Full access Days 1&2. Complete access to all main stage sessions, case study panels, break-out rooms, and evening receptions on both days.

  • Networking lunches (both days). Two days of focused networking over lunch. Its the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.

  • VIP Matchmaking App. Use the app to identify key players and pre-schedule private 1-on1 meetings to discuss potential partnerships and pilots before the event. 

  • Formal Closing Dinner. Join  delegates, speakers, and partners for a formal dinner in Helsinki to close out NEABEC 2026.

VIP PASS FOR EAST AFRICAN COMPANIES

East Africa delegates VIP Pass
  • Full access Days 1&2. Complete access to all main stage sessions, case study panels, break-out rooms, and evening receptions on both days.

  • Day 3 excursion to Tallinn. Company visits to Tallinn, the global leader in Digital Governance.

  • Networking lunches (both days). Two days of focused networking over lunch. Its the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.

  • VIP Matchmaking App. Use the app to identify key players and pre-schedule private 1-on1 meetings to discuss potential partnerships and pilots before the event. 

  • Formal Closing Dinner. Join  delegates, speakers, and partners for a formal dinner in Helsinki to close out NEABEC 2026.

NEABEC 2026 - East Africa Visa Details Submission

If you have purchased an East Africa Delegate Ticket for NEABEC 2026, completion of this form is mandatory for visa appointment scheduling with the Embassy of Finland in Nairobi and VFS Global.

If multiple tickets were purchased under one order, each delegate must complete this form individually.

All information must match your passport exactly. Incorrect information may delay visa appointment scheduling.

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