IEDPartners
InnovationEcosystemDevelopmentforEntrepreneurshipandStartups
:ACross-RegionalAnalysisofEU,UK,andAsianBestPractices
This project is funded under the Global Partnership Programmeby the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness (PMUC), Thailand.
Ecosystem Development in Thailand
By innovators, for innovators
Webringtogetherinnovators,startups,researchers,andpartnersfromThailandandaroundtheworldtobuildanecosystemwhereideasdon'tjustbegin—theygrow,launch,andscale.
Fromearlyexperimentationtoreal-worldpilotsandlong-termgrowth,wesupportinnovationateverystage.
What We Do?
Turning ideas into impact.
Thailand has strong talent and research capabilities — but many innovators struggle to move from ideas to real-world impact.
This project bridges that gap by connecting people, spaces, and partnerships that help innovations survive and scale.
We focus on:
- Building collaboration between academia, industry, government, and startups
- Learning from global best practices and adapting them to Thailand
- Creating real spaces where innovation can be tested, not just discussed
Why It Matters
Strong innovation ecosystems help startups:
- Access the right knowledge and partners
- Test ideas in real environments
- Grow into sustainable, market-ready ventures
By developing innovation districts tailored to Thailand, we aim to strengthen national competitiveness and create long-term economic and social impact.
Strategic Focus for Collaboration:
- Future Food & Agri-Innovation
- Healthtech & MedTech
- Green & Environmental Innovation
These are sectors where Thailand has strong potential to compete globally.
What Will Come Out Of This Project
What We Aim to Deliver
- International and domestic partnerships (MOUs)
- Hands-on workshops and pilot activities
- Innovation districts in Bangkok and a regional city
- A practical roadmap and policy recommendations to support startups in Thailand
