Cyberport Incubation Programme

As our flagship entrepreneurship programme, the Cyberport Incubation Programme (CIP),including the Cyberport incubation programme for Smart-Living Start-ups/CIP-SLS),  empowers innovative talent and budding entrepreneurs with advanced incubation to fast-tracking their growth.

Incubatees receive up to HK$500,000 in financial assistance, and HK$200,000 on-site rental subsidy alongside extensive technical and business support. Throughout their 24-month journey, they transform promising solutions into market-ready products, establish thriving companies, secure strategic investments, forge valuable business partnerships, and expand their presence across Hong Kong and beyond. 

Many successful incubatees begin their journey through the Cyberport Creative Micro Fund before joining the Cyberport Incubation Programme. Companies yet to be incorporated may consider CCMF as their starting point.

Additional Benefits:

• Rent-free working space (for on-site incubatees at Cyberport)
• Free use of Cyberport’s shared meeting rooms, conference rooms, co-working spaces, and other facilities
• Networking opportunities with entrepreneurs and investors

Notes:

1. The digital technology solutions in Smart Living cluster include those related to people’s daily living such as e-commerce, education, environment, property management, medical and health, building and accommodation, retail, food, mobility, business and manufacturing, support for elderly, and persons with disabilities, etc. 
2. Upon graduation, incubatees must submit Audited Financial Statements / Agreed-Upon Procedures Report showing minimum expenses of HK$400,000 on Eligible Items during the incubation period. Eligible Items include:

• Equipment and Service Expenses at the Technology Centre or other service providers
• Training and Marketing Activities
• Promotion and Marketing Expenses
• Professional Service
• Staffing
• Business Operation Expenses

The Cyberport Incubation Programme has helped launch and scale numerous innovative companies, including:

Snapask

An on-demand learning platform connecting students with qualified tutors for instant academic support.

Air Button

An environmentally friendly and battery-free wireless solution offering one-touch phone control for multiple purposes.

NexChange

A professional social network connecting financial services professionals worldwide.

Other notable former incubatees:

• GOGOX
• Klook
• Snapask
• Shopline
• Pakpobox 
• Quantifeed 
• OneDegree 
• Dragon Creative Enterprise Solution Limited
• Bowtie
• Time Creation
• Pickupp
• EventX 
• Farmacy
• Gense Technologies
• Rice Robotics 
• Godzpeed Autosport
• ubiZense
• VAR LIVE 
• Buyandship 
• HK Decoman Technology Limited 

• Awards won by CIP incubatees: More than 1600
• Intellectual Property Rights Created by Incubatees: Over 530

Current Status

Applications for the next Intake will open soon. Should you have any enquiries, please contact us at cip_enquiry@cyberport.hk.

Application Timeline

Applications are accepted all year round!

Vetting Process

Incubatees are selected by an independent vetting team comprising Entrepreneurship Committee Advisory Group (ECAG) members. The selection follows this three-stage process:

Stage 1: Initial Screening

An initial screening is conducted by Cyberport and/or the independent vetting team upon receipt of all applications. The objective is to ensure that applications fulfil the eligibility criteria listed in the relevant Application Form and Guides & Notes for Applicants.

Stage 2: Vetting

After the programme’s application deadline and initial screening, the independent vetting team evaluates the applications. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email.

Stage 3: Presentation Session

The independent vetting team confirms the final selection of incubatees. Each shortlisted candidate is required to present their application, followed by a Q&A session.

Results will be announced by email.

Click here to learn more about our vetting team.

Click here to learn more about the Cyberport Incubation Programme FAQs.

Ready to apply? Submit your application through the Cyberport Entrepreneurship Management System. Please review the Incubation Guides and Notes for Applicants before submission.

If you would like to learn more about the programme, please register for the online Programme Information & Sharing Session. Click HERE for details.