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?
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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
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.
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
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Full access Day 1. 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
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Full access Day 1. 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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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
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Full access Days 1&2. Complete access to all main stage sessions, case study panels, break-out rooms, and evening receptions on both days.
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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.
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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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Formal Closing Dinner. Join delegates, speakers, and partners for a formal dinner in Helsinki to close out NEABEC 2026.
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.