NextGen Tech 30

Welcome to NextGen Tech 30: ASEAN’s first public-private initiative to recognise and support the region’s top growth-stage companies transforming our economy.

Our mission is to identify and elevate the top 30 companies through public-private collaboration, accelerating their journey to success and impact.

NextGen Tech 30 offers a unique platform for recognition, investment and growth, driving economic progress and establishing our region as a global powerhouse.

Timeline

Nominations Open

30 May – 30 June 2024

Shortlist Selection

1 – 31 July 2024

All partners, including government agencies, banks and investors will jointly vote and select the finalists. See our Partners for details.

Final Selection of Honourees

1 – 31 August 2024

Our Judging Panel will review the finalists to determine the NextGen Tech 30 companies.

Announcement & Celebration

24 September 2024

The NextGen Tech 30 list is announced, with the winners opening the SGX trading day by striking the gong. Media and celebratory events begin!

What NextGen Tech 30 Offers

Recognition

Raise your profile and prestige as a leading innovator in the region, gaining unparalleled visibility among industry peers and beyond.

Network

Forge invaluable connections with industry leaders, potential partners and investors, unlocking growth opportunities and strategic collaborations.

Market Access

Tap into resources from Granite Asia and NextGen Tech 30’s esteemed strategic partners, expanding your market reach and accessing crucial ecosystem support.

Types of Businesses We're Seeking for NextGen Tech 30

Automation

We seek ASEAN-focused tech enablers and product producers across diverse verticals, from electronics to chemicals, textiles, green mobility and clean energy. If your innovation drives efficiency, sustainability and progress in any sector, we want to hear from you.

Enterprise Solutions

Are you an ASEAN-focused provider of cutting-edge solutions that streamline business operations? Whether it's payment infrastructure, AI-empowered SaaS tools or other transformative technologies, we're eager to discover how your offerings empower enterprises to thrive in the digital age.

Food Tech & Brands

Calling all ASEAN-focused producers of healthy, sustainable and environmentally conscious food products. If your innovation contributes to a greener, healthier future, we're interested in showcasing your impact and ingenuity.

Criteria

These criteria ensure we spotlight companies driving innovation, growth and sustainability within the region’s tech landscape.

Innovative Technology

Demonstrate the use of AI, digitalisation or novel ideas to solve problems or fulfil needs more efficiently and effectively.

Accelerating Traction

Achieve a minimum revenue of US$20 million or demonstrate a year-on-year revenue growth rate of 30% or higher.

ASEAN Focused

Headquartered in ASEAN or operates primarily within the region. Companies from the rest of APAC region with substantial operations in ASEAN are also eligible.

ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)

Have a clear ESG strategy for sustainable operation and long-term value creation.

How to Submit Your Nomination

To nominate your company for consideration in NextGen Tech 30, please prepare the following information and submit it here by 30 June 2024.

  • Relevant contact information to reach the company
  • Provide details of technologies, products and offerings. You may enter text descriptions or upload PDFs and other relevant files.
  • Include financial details such as revenue, gross margin, net income and team size for the last three years and a forecast for 2024 and 2025.

Judging Panel

Meet our expert judges, presented in alphabetical order.

Mukul Chawla

Mukul Chawla

Partner, Head of Asia Pacific Growth Equity, KKR

Kok Ping Soon

Kok Ping Soon

CEO, Singapore Business Federation

Jenny Lee

Jenny Lee

Senior Managing Partner, Granite Asia

Lew Chuen Hong

Lew Chuen Hong

Chief Executive, Infocomm Media Development Authority

Paul Ng

Paul Ng

CEO, EDBI

Ng Yao Loong

Ng Yao Loong

CFO, SGX Group

Tan Su Shan

Tan Su Shan

Group Head of Institutional Banking, DBS Bank

Adrienne Teh

Adrienne Teh

Managing Director, 65 Equity Partners

Chee Yann Wong

Wong Chee-Yann

Group CIO, Northstar Group

NextGen Tech 30 Launch Event

Strategic Partners

Explore our esteemed strategic partners, listed alphabetically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Submission Process

You can submit your nomination on our website before midnight on 30 June 2024.

You need to provide details demonstrating your innovation, financial performance, regional focus and ESG strategy. See “How to Submit Your Nomination”.

Yes, all APAC companies with substantial operations in ASEAN are eligible.

There is no cost to enter the NextGen Tech 30.

Yes, companies can submit additional information or corrections if needed after the initial submission.

Yes, companies can apply for multiple tracks if they meet the criteria for each.

Yes. We welcome all investors to nominate and contribute.

After clicking the Submit button, a message acknowledging your submission will pop up.

You can directly contact the Granite Asia team at nextgen@graniteasia.com for any questions or technical issues related to the submission process.

Benefits

Benefits include recognition, networking opportunities, market access and increased visibility among industry peers and investors.

Honourees receive support in terms of resources, strategic partnerships, and opportunities for growth and expansion provided by Granite Asia and its strategic partners.

Confidentiality

Yes, all information submitted is only visible to the judging board and will not be disclosed to the media.

If you have any other queries, please contact us at nextgen@graniteasia.com.

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