Events
Hong Kong–Indonesia TechBridge Forum 2025
Opus Group Asia
Jul 28, 2025 | Hong Kong
Indonesian Ministry of National Development Planning
On July 28, 2025, innovation hubs from Hong Kong and Indonesia came together for the Hong Kong–Indonesia TechBridge Forum, a collaborative initiative by NAMI (Nano and Advanced Materials Institute), Cyberport Hong Kong, and Opus Solutions. The forum aimed to strengthen cross-border collaboration in technology innovation, intellectual property licensing, advanced manufacturing, and tech incubation.
This exclusive virtual forum showcased the shared vision of building a seamless innovation corridor between Hong Kong technology ecosystem with Indonesia businesses and economy, helping businesses in both regions leverage one another’s strengths.
The agenda focused on NAMI’s IP licensing opportunities, enabling Indonesian businesses and researchers to commercialise cutting-edge material technologies developed in Hong Kong. Discussion on joint R&D projects, partially funded by the HK government via NAMI, offering co-development pathways. In addition, topics covering NAMI’s manufacturing network was a key point of the forum, opening doors for Indonesian firms seeking rapid prototyping and production scale-up. Cyberport’s tech infrastructure was also discussed with their robust ecosystem of over 2000+ startups, regarding the incubator programs and support for digital entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and international exposure, especially in Indonesia.
The forum brought together speakers from varying background to provide the audience with a multifaceted perspective on the future of technology and integrations into new markets. Featured distinguished lineup of speakers including:
Prof. Hon. William Wong Kam-fai, MH, Associate Dean at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, who spoke about the role of academia in shaping regional innovation policy.
Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport, who discussed Cyberport’s commitment to nurturing startups and supporting international collaboration.
Andy Fung, CEO of NAMI, who outlined opportunities for cross-border R&D and the commercialization of nanotechnologies.
Dennis Tedja, CEO of Opus Solutions and Cyberport Ambassador, who shared a private sector perspective on expanding tech ventures across ASEAN.
Together, the speakers emphasized the importance of regional innovation alliances in addressing today’s global challenges—ranging from sustainable infrastructure to digital transformation.
Cyberport 1, Cyberport Rd, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
NAMI: Headquartered in Hong Kong, the Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI) is a leading government-backed research and development institute dedicated to applied science and innovation. With a specialization in nano and advanced materials, NAMI serves as a critical link between scientific breakthroughs and real-world industrial applications.
Supported by the Innovation and Technology Commission of Hong Kong, NAMI provides businesses and research partners with access to high-impact intellectual property (IP), joint R&D programs, and commercialization pathways. Its focus areas include sustainable materials, energy-efficient technologies, and smart devices. Through its partnerships, NAMI helps companies move from lab to market with speed and precision.
Cyberport Hong Kong: Cyberport is Hong Kong’s flagship digital technology hub and a central engine of the city’s innovation economy. Owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government, Cyberport is home to over 1,800 startups and tech companies. It provides a full suite of support services, including seed funding, acceleration, co-working spaces, and market access initiatives.
Cyberport’s influence extends far beyond Hong Kong. Through its tech incubation programs and international collaborations, it empowers entrepreneurs across Asia to scale their solutions globally. Cyberport is a key force in advancing fintech, AI, smart living, digital entertainment, and health tech—all core sectors for regional transformation.
Closing
Together, NAMI, Cyberport, and Opus Solutions represent the future of regional cooperation—where research, capital, and entrepreneurship move seamlessly across borders to solve global challenges and build shared prosperity.