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ABOUT SCALEX

 

1. What is ScaleX?

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ScaleX is a nationally aligned AgrifoodTech scale-up platform designed to accelerate high-potential companies through investment readiness development, strategic ecosystem engagement, deployment opportunities, and regional market expansion pathways.

 

The programme brings together founders, investors, ecosystem leaders, corporates, government agencies, and international experts to support the next generation of scalable and investable AgrifoodTech and sustainability-driven ventures.

 

ScaleX is officially endorsed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) as Programme Endorser and National Policy Anchor, and supported by Securities Commission Malaysia as Strategic Pipeline Partner.

 

The programme is developed by Impact Circle and co-delivered together with Naked Innovations (Spain), Giga Futures (Switzerland), Sirius Impact (Singapore), and Innovate 360 (Singapore & Thailand). 

ScaleX is a venture building programme designed to support high-potential agrifoodtech companies, strengthen operational readiness, accelerate market adoption, build strategic partnerships, and prepare for regional growth and long-term scalability.

 

ScaleX focuses strongly on bridging innovation, investment, and real-world deployment to support the sustainable growth of AgrifoodTech, FoodTech, Biotech, ClimateTech, Sustainability, and DeepTech companies across the region.

 

 

ELIGIBILITY & APPLICATION

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2. Who can apply for ScaleX?

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ScaleX welcomes high-potential companies operating across the broader AgrifoodTech ecosystem, including:

• Agritech

• FoodTech

• Biotech

• ClimateTech in Agrifood

• Sustainability-driven Agrifood solutions

• DeepTech in Agrifood

• Smart agriculture and precision farming

• Alternative protein and future food innovation

• Circular economy and resource optimisation solutions

• Supply chain and food systems innovation

 

The programme is designed for scalable and innovation-driven companies that are addressing real-world challenges across food systems, agriculture, sustainability, climate resilience, nutrition security, and supply chain transformation.

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Priority will be given to companies with:

• Existing market traction

• Revenue generation or commercial deployment

• Scalable business models

• Strong founder commitment

• Regional expansion potential

• Interest in fundraising and investment readiness
   

 

3. Who is eligible to participate in the 2026 cohort?

The 2026 intake prioritises companies from:

• GrowMatch 2024 & 2025 cohorts

• ECF and P2P issuers (MyCIF recipients preferred)

• Members of Impact Ventures Network (IVN)

• Companies nominated by strategic ecosystem partners and collaborating organisations

 

 

4. Can early-stage startups apply?

ScaleX is a scale-up platform specifically curated for companies that have already moved beyond the initial startup phase and are demonstrating commercial traction, operational capability, and growth potential.

 

The programme is intended primarily for companies with:

• Existing market validation

• Commercial deployment or customer traction

• Established operational capabilities

• Investment and expansion readiness

• Consistent revenue performance, typically averaging between RM3 million to RM5 million and above

 

As ScaleX focuses heavily on investment readiness, regional expansion, deployment opportunities, and strategic business acceleration, participating companies are expected to already possess a certain level of operational maturity and scalability potential.

 

 

5. How many participants are allowed per company?

Participation is limited to:

• Founders only

• Maximum two (2) representatives per company

 

 

6. Is there an application deadline?

Yes.

Applications close on:
Extended closing date : 23 June 2026 (Wednesday), 11:59 PM (GMT+8)

 

 

7. What happens after I submit my application?

Once your application is submitted:

1. Applications will undergo an initial screening and evaluation process

2. Shortlisted companies may be invited for an interview session

3. Final selected companies will receive an official confirmation email

 

 

8. When are the interviews and evaluation assessments conducted?

Shortlisted companies will undergo a structured evaluation and interview process between:
18 – 25 June 2026

 

The evaluation and assessment process will be conducted by independent evaluators appointed by ScaleX to ensure a fair, professional, and objective selection process.

 

Assessment criteria may include:

• Commercial traction and business viability

• Scalability potential

• Innovation and differentiation

• Founder capability and commitment

• Market opportunity

• Investment readiness

• Strategic alignment with the objectives of ScaleX

 

Final selection decisions will be based on the overall evaluation outcome and programme fit.

 

9. When will successful applicants be notified?

Official confirmation will be issued on:
25 June 2026

 

 

FOUNDER ONBOARDING PROCESS

 

10. What happens after my company is selected?

Selected founders will go through the Founder Onboarding

 

Process, which includes:

• Official acceptance confirmation

• Submission of company profile and supporting documents

• Participation agreement acknowledgement

• Founder briefing and orientation

• Scheduling and coordination for programme participation

• Exhibition and pitching preparation

• Advisory and business support alignment process

 

 

11. What documents are required during the application process?

Applicants may be required to submit:

• Company profile

• Company logo

• Founder name and contact details

• Financial information

• Revenue and business performance data

• Audited accounts (required)

• Pitch deck

• Company registration documents

• Relevant certifications or IP documentation (if applicable)

 

All submitted information will be treated with confidentiality and used solely for programme evaluation, investment readiness facilitation, and ecosystem engagement purposes.

 

 

12. Will there be a confidentiality policy?

Yes.

ScaleX recognises the sensitivity of founder and company information. All submitted materials are intended strictly for programme assessment, internal evaluation, strategic engagement, and investor facilitation purposes.

Founders are encouraged not to disclose proprietary trade secrets beyond what is necessary for evaluation purposes.

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13. Is participation free?

No payment or upfront fee is required during the application and evaluation stage of the ScaleX programme.

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Certain programme components are subsidised by ecosystem partners.

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However:

• Exhibition participation costs at FDM by SIAL (RM7,000, Matrade MDG claimable RM5,000 for Malaysian incorporated company) and MAHA (RM5,000) are to be borne by participating companies.

• Travel and accommodation are generally borne by participating companies unless otherwise specified

• Additional optional activities or international missions may involve separate participation fees

 

ScaleX is a highly curated venture building and scale-up platform involving extensive ecosystem engagement, strategic business support, investor readiness development, showcase opportunities, and deployment preparation activities.

14. Can foreign companies apply for ScaleX?

Yes. Foreign companies are welcome to apply for ScaleX.

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During the application process, foreign applicants are required to submit the legal company registration documents from their country of origin as part of the supporting documentation.

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Supporting documents relating to the legally registered company should be submitted via email to: connect@scalexasia.com

Upon submission, foreign companies will undergo the same evaluation and assessment process as all other applicants, including the independent selection assessment conducted by appointed evaluators of ScaleX.

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If the company is successfully selected and its participation in ScaleX is officially confirmed, the company will be required to establish a locally incorporated Malaysian entity for programme participation, investment facilitation, deployment opportunities, and operational purposes where applicable.

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The ScaleX Secretariat will support and guide participating foreign companies by connecting them with appointed company secretaries and relevant professional support services to facilitate the setting up of the locally incorporated Malaysian company.

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

 

15. What are the main programme components?

ScaleX includes:

• Masterclass Programme

• Investment Readiness Development

• Investor Roundtable

• Investment Clinic

• Advisory & Business Support

• Showcase & Pitching Opportunities

• Strategic Networking Sessions

• Corporate & Ecosystem Engagement

 

 

16. What are the Masterclass modules?

The programme covers five core modules during the course of 5 days from 6-10 July 2026.:

 

Module 1

Cross-Border Strategies & Market Expansion

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Module 2

Business Model Refinement & Scalability

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Module 3

Impact Measurement & Sustainability Frameworks

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Module 4

Financial Intelligence & Investment Readiness

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Module 5

Channel Marketing, Branding & Strategic Storytelling

 

 

17. Is attendance compulsory?

Yes.

Selected companies are expected to COMMIT FULLY to attend :
 

Official Launch 

2 July 2026 at 10:00am
Wisma Tani

RSVP email to : scalex@myimpactcircle.org

 

Masterclass Programme

6 – 10 July 2026

Securities Commission Malaysia

 

90s Elevated Pitch

13 July 2026 at 2:00pm
Securities Commission Malaysia

 

Investment Clinic

14 July 2026
Securities Commission Malaysia

 

FDM by SIAL Showcase (exhibition)

21-23 July 2026 at 10:00am-5:00pm

MITEC

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ScaleX World Pitch (Semi Final) @FDMby SIAL
22 July 2026 at 2:00pm
MITEC

 

MAHA Showcase (exhibition)

28-30 August 2026 at 10:00am-5:00pm

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ScaleX World Pitch (Grand Final) @MAHA 2026
30 August 2026 at 2:00pm

 

ScaleX is a highly curated programme and full participation is expected from all selected founders.

 

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INVESTMENT & SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITIES

 

18. Will participating companies receive investment opportunities?
 

ScaleX does not guarantee investment.

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However, the programme is designed to strengthen investment readiness and facilitate strategic exposure to:

• Venture capital firms

• Corporate investors

• Angel investors

• Government-linked funding agencies

• Strategic partners

• Financial institutions

 

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19. Will there be pitching opportunities?

Yes.

Selected companies may be invited to:

• Closed-door investor roundtables (90s Elevated Pitch)

• Showcase pitching sessions (ScaleX World Pitch Semij Finals and Grand Final)

• Corporate engagement sessions

• Industry exhibitions and ecosystem showcases

 

 

20. Are participating companies required to exhibit?

Yes.

Selected companies are expected to participate in:

• FDM by SIAL 2026 Showcase

• MAHA 2026 Showcase

 

These platforms are important ecosystem visibility and deployment opportunities for participating founders.

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21. What are the key programme dates?

 

Official Launch

2 July 2026

 

Masterclass Programme

6 – 10 July 2026

 

Investor Roundtable

13 July 2026

 

Investment Clinic

14 July 2026

 

FDM by SIAL Showcase

22 July 2026

 

MAHA Showcase

30 August 2026

 

 

ADVISORY & BUSINESS SUPPORT

 

22. Will founders receive business advisory support?

Yes.

ScaleX includes curated access to:

• Industry advisors

• Investment professionals

• Corporate leaders

• Domain experts

• Strategic ecosystem advisors

 

Business advisory support may continue beyond the programme depending on strategic alignment and follow-up opportunities.

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INTERNATIONAL & ECOSYSTEM OPPORTUNITIES

 

23. Does ScaleX support regional expansion?

Yes.

One of ScaleX’s core objectives is to support:

• ASEAN market access

• Strategic partnerships

• Cross-border collaborations

• International deployment opportunities

• Investor and ecosystem connectivity

 

 

24. Are there opportunities to collaborate with corporates or government agencies?

Yes.

ScaleX actively facilitates engagement with:

• Corporates

• Government agencies

• Financial institutions

• Research organisations

• International ecosystem partners

• Industry associations

 

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LIVING LAB & DEPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

 

25. What are the Living Lab opportunities under ScaleX?

One of the key differentiators of ScaleX is its focus on real-world deployment and implementation opportunities through both State Living Labs and Corporate Living Labs.

 

The Living Lab initiative is designed to provide participating companies with practical pathways to:

• Deploy and activate technologies in real operational environments

• Build deployment case studies

• Engage directly with industry stakeholders

• Accelerate commercial adoption and market access

• Gain access to testing, validation, and scaling facilities

• Access technical experts, industry specialists, and domain advisors to support deployment and commercialisation efforts

 

 

26. What are State Living Labs?

State Living Labs are deployment collaborations facilitated together with state governments, agencies, municipalities, farming communities, and ecosystem partners.

 

These Living Labs aim to create real implementation environments for participating companies across sectors such as:

• Smart agriculture

• Food systems innovation

• Climate resilience

• Sustainable farming

• Supply chain optimisation

• Circular economy solutions

• Community food security initiatives

 

Selected companies are considered for pilot opportunities, ecosystem integration, or strategic deployment projects depending on suitability and alignment.

 

 

27. What are Corporate Living Labs?

Corporate Living Labs are industry-driven open innovation platforms designed to connect ScaleX companies directly with corporates seeking innovation solutions, technology adoption, sustainability transformation, and strategic collaboration opportunities.

 

ScaleX has already secured collaboration commitments from 10+ global corporate companies to participate in the Corporate Living Lab and Open Innovation initiative.

 

These engagements are expected to commence during the first quarter of 2027 and may include:

• Pilot deployments

• Proof-of-concept projects

• Open innovation challenges

• Corporate partnership opportunities

• Commercial collaboration pathways

• Procurement and supply chain integration opportunities

 

Participation in Living Lab opportunities will be based on strategic fit, readiness level, operational capability, and corporate or state deployment requirements.

 

 

PROGRAMME TIMELINE & IMPLEMENTATION PHASES

 

28. What is the overall duration and implementation structure of ScaleX?

ScaleX is structured as a multi-phase scale-up and deployment platform designed to support participating companies beyond short-term training engagements.

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The programme consists of three key implementation phases:

 

Phase 1: Capacity Building & Investment Readiness

July – August 2026

 

This phase focuses on strengthening the foundational capabilities of participating companies through:

• Masterclass programmes

• Investment readiness development

• Business refinement

• Strategic positioning

• Investor engagement preparation

• Showcase and pitching opportunities

• Strategic ecosystem exposure

 

This phase includes the official ScaleX programme activities taking place between July and August 2026.

 

Phase 2: Venture Building & Strategic Follow-Through

September – December 2026

 

Following the initial capacity-building phase, participating companies will continue to receive strategic business support and ecosystem engagement through:

• Business advisory support

• Investor follow-up engagements

• Strategic partnership facilitation

• Corporate linkage opportunities

• Market access support

• Expansion and deployment preparation

• Open innovation matching

 

This phase is intended to strengthen commercial readiness and prepare companies for potential deployment and scaling opportunities.

 

Phase 3: Real-World Deployment & Living Labs

January – June 2027

 

The final phase focuses on real-world deployment opportunities through:

• State Living Labs

• Corporate Living Labs

• Pilot implementation projects

• Open innovation collaborations

• Proof-of-concept deployments

• Commercial adoption pathways

• Ecosystem integration opportunities

 

This deployment phase is designed to accelerate actual implementation and market integration for selected companies within operational environments together with corporate and ecosystem partners.

 

The Corporate Living Lab and Open Innovation engagements involving participating corporate partners are expected to commence during the first quarter of 2027.

 

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GENERAL ENQUIRIES

 

29. Where can I apply?

https://www.myimpactcircle.org/scalex2026

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30. Who should I contact for enquiries?

Email: connect@scalexasia.com

 

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