Sea cucumber supplier, Sandhon, standardised processes and developed new ready-to-eat products by working with both IPI’s Innovation Advisory and Innovation and Technology clusters.

Sea cucumber has long been a prized delicacy in Asian cuisine and is a staple for wedding feasts and celebratory meals. But in our modern era of food delivery apps and rapidly evolving tastes, can a traditional treat like sea cucumber still capture younger palates? One local family-run company thinks so.

Local biofuel start-up, Green COP, is partnering with global palm oil producer, IOI to commercialise sustainable marine fuels. IOI supplies the agri-waste feedstock, while Green COP sets up and manages the production process of the sustainable marine fuels.

Together, IPI Innovation Advisors Francois Joubert, Shivendu Nadkarni and Mike Amour guide Creme Concepts to new heights—enhancing the ice cream empire’s operational efficiency and regional brand presence.

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." This saying rings true in the world of business, where collaboration often proves to be the key to long-term success. For packaging company Aeris Dynamics, a global leader in cold chain solutions, this quote encapsulates their journey towards growth with the support of IPI.

Singapore-based KGS Pte Ltd partners with UK-based Altilitech Ltd under the UK–Singapore Collaborative R&D Call 2022 to advance lithium-ion battery recycling, powering a circular economy in the energy sector.

In a bid to adopt more sustainable practices, the Singapore-based consumer health company behind Suu Balm, Good Pharma Dermatology, explores the possibility of transforming its liquid body wash into a concentrated product.

Guided by the expertise of IPI Innovation Advisor Shivendu Nadkarni, Bob the Baker Boy transformed baking challenges into a delectable recipe for entrepreneurial success.

Riding the wave of artificial intelligence, Singapore’s Innowave Tech pioneers ‘Zero Defects’ systems, bolstering the city-state’s advanced manufacturing landscape under the expert guidance of IPI Innovation Advisor Chok Yean Hung.

Healthy Asian ready-to-eat meals for the young and old

Food innovators, Green Capsule Organics, worked with IPI’s Innovation Advisors to market and effectively position their uniquely Asian ready-to-eat meals for babies and the elderly.

Breaking into a market already dominated by big name brands is no easy feat—especially for an SME. This was one of the major obstacles that faced Green Capsule Organics in their bid to enter the baby and elderly food industry over the last year.

With the help of the Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge, Singapore-based company Big Tiny has successfully deployed its unique, eco-friendly tiny houses for locals to escape urban woes without leaving the country.