2026 Open Innovation Recruitment for Forest Sector Startups
Startups within 7 years of establishment (or 10 years for new business fields) can gain direct collaboration opportunities with demand company departments and PoC support.
- Deadline
- Closed
This is a recruitment notice for the 2026 Open Innovation program in the forest sector, led by the Korea Forest Service and KOFPI. The application period runs from September 7 to September 30, 2026, offering collaboration consulting with demand companies, Proof of Concept (PoC) opportunities, and commercialization support.
3-second summary
- Lead Agency: TIPA (Small and Medium Business Technology Information Promotion Agency)
- Application Period: 2026.09.07 ~ 2026.09.30
- Support Content: Collaboration consulting with demand companies, PoC, commercialization linkage, mentoring, etc.
- Application Method: Online submission (Hyundai E&C / Kolmar sites)
Eligibility checklist
- Startups established within 7 years possessing technology relevant to the requested project areas
- Startups established within 10 years for new business fields
Schedule & how to apply
- Application Period: 2026.09.07 ~ 2026.09.30
- Application Method: Online submission
Recommended for
- Recommended for startup CEOs within 7 years of establishment (or 10 years for new businesses) who possess innovative technology and ideas and seek commercialization through collaboration with demand companies.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requirements: Startups established within 7 years possessing technology relevant to the requested project areas; Startups established within 10 years for new business fields.
How do I apply?
Applications follow the official program notice, which is in Korean. See the source link for the method and receiving office; Beaconoi can prepare an English draft for your review.
Last updated · Source: official program notice
※ Program information is compiled from each institution’s public sources; actual eligibility, amounts and deadlines may change. Always verify against the official notice (in Korean) before applying.