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.
W H Y A T T E N D ?
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Understand the market opportunities and business potential of the Nordic and Baltic & East African regions
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Create deep personal connections between decision makers through matchmaking
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Make real business opportunities for trade
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Gain knowledge, tools, and help to turn opportunities into REAL business
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Not just another boring seminar, but an engaging 3-day program to get you results
O U R S T O R Y
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.
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.
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.
T I C K E T S
ACADEMIC PASS SEMINAR
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
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Full access at the seminar. Gain firsthand insight into cross-continental logistics moving beyond textbooks, and see how global execution happens in real-time.
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Networking lunch. Focused networking over lunch. Its the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.
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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.
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The Digital Delegate Pack. Full access to speaker presentations, white papers, and the official 2026 Execution Report.
REGULAR PASS SEMINAR
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
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Full access at the seminar. Gain firsthand insight into cross-continental logistics moving beyond textbooks, and see how global execution happens in real-time.
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Networking lunch. Focused networking over lunch. Its the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.
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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.
VIP PASS FOR NORDIC & BALTIC COMPANIES
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2026
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Full access at the seminar. Complete access to all main-stage sessions, case study panels, break-out rooms, and priority seating.
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Networking lunch. Focused networking over lunch. It's the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.
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Curated 1on1's. You will be pre-matched with the most relevant prospects before hitting the ground.
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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.
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Gala Join delegates, speakers, and partners for a formal dinner in Helsinki to close out NEABEC 2026.
3 DAY VIP DELEGATE PASS- EAST AFRICAN COUNTRIES
SEPTEMBER 8-10, 2026
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Sector-specific company visits. Kick off NEABEC 2026 with sector-specific company visits in Helsinki & Espoo.
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Full access at the seminar. Full access to all main-stage sessions, case-study panels, break-out rooms, and priority seating.
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Excursion to Tallinn. Company visits in Tallinn, the global leader in Digital Governance.
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Networking lunches (all days). Focused networking over lunch. It's the best way to turn quick intros into real business connections with fellow executives.
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Curated 1on1's. You will be pre-matched with the most relevant prospects before hitting the ground.
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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.
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Gala Dinner. Join delegates, speakers, and partners for a formal dinner and a night of fun in Helsinki.