PolyU Innovation Investment Roadshow Series (PIIRS) in Hong Kong
Exhibition
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Date
24 Sep 2026
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Organiser
PolyU
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Time
14:00 - 17:00
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Venue
Senate Room (M1603), 16/F, Li Ka Shing Tower (Core M), PolyU Map
Enquiry
Summary
The PolyU Innovation Investment Roadshow Series (PIIRS) is an integrated ecosystem platform for innovation and technology (I&T), investment and industry matching.The platform is designed to accelerate collaborative I&T development across four key regional innovation hubs: the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), the Yangtze River Delta, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (Jing-Jin-Ji) region and Central China.
Following a successful launch in Qianhai, Shenzhen, on July 31 convening over 300 distringuished guests including government officials, academic leaders, entrepreneurs and venture capital representatives, we are now inviting high-potential startup projects from PolyU staff, alumni, and students to join the Hong Kong session on 24 Sept! This event aims to build a platform for startups to connect with investors, fostering in-depth exchanges and exploring collaboration opportunities.
Event Details
📅 Date: 24 Sept 2026 (Thursday)
🕟 Time: 14:00 - 17:00 (Registration from 13:30 - 14:00)
📍 Venue: Senate Room (M1603), 16/F, Li Ka Shing Tower (Core M), PolyU
👉 Pitching Language: English, Putonghua, or Cantonese
Event Highlights
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Connect with Investors: Pitch your project directly to top-tier investment institutions and industry leaders
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Funding Trends Decoded: Seasoned investors unpack the current landscape of Hong Kong's VC market and key financing strategies
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Founder Stories: A funded deep-tech founder shares real-world experience in transforming research into commercial value
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Networking Session: Step out of the audience seat and engage directly with our most promising startup teams, top-tier investors, mentors, and industry leaders
Event Agenda
13:30 – 14:00 Registration
14:00 – 14:10 Opening Remarks
14:10 – 14:30 Keynote Sharing: From the VC Lens and the Founder's Seat
14:30 – 15:45 Project Presentations
15:45 – 16:45 Networking & Reception
Call for Projects/Start-ups
Open to all PolyU entrepreneurial teams with financing needs that meets the following criteria:
- PolyU research teams or start-ups with a valid Business Registration (BR) Certificate
- Projects/Start-ups should align with one of the following six domains:
- Advanced Manufacturing and Innovative Materials
- Aerospace and Aviation Technology
- Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy
- Culture and Creativity
- Life Sciences and Healthcare
- Smart City and Sustainable Development
Applications
Interested PolyU research teams or start-ups should complete the online application form on or before 11 Sept 2026 (Friday). All applications will go through an internal selection process, and only selected projects will be featured, however, we will save your application and be in contact with you for future PIIRS pitching opportunities.
Don't have a project to pitch? You're still welcome to join and enjoy the show!
Come and experience an exclusive pitching event where visionary PolyU startup teams showcase their cutting-edge solutions. Seasoned investors and funded founders will share financing strategies and real-world entrepreneurial journeys, offering you valuable insights into market dynamics, technology commercialisation, and the startup support programmes offered by PolyU KTEO. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with senior executives, pioneering researchers, and agile founders — and to unlock strategic partnerships and investment opportunities. Click here to register as an audience now.
