AWARDS
Domestic Track
Global Scale-up Champions Awards
An award recognizing high-growth, innovative startups from Busan and supporting their global expansion
Event Overview
DateOctober 8 (Thu), 2026 (Final Round)
VenueBEXCO Exhibition Center I (Hall 1 & Hall 2A), Busan, Republic of Korea
Hosted byBusan Metropolitan City, Busan ESG Fund (BEF) jointly established by KIBO, BMC, BPA, HUG, KOSPO, KSD, KAMCO, HF, and KOBC
Organized byBusan Startup Investment Agency (BSIA)
Eligibility Criteria
- ·Startups established on or after January 1, 2020 (within approximately 7 years of operation)
- ·Startups in New Industry / Deep-tech sectors established on or after January 1, 2017 (within approximately 10 years of operation)
- ·Startups with products or services possessing strong potential for international market expansion
- ·Companies capable of delivering an IR pitch in English (The Final Round will be conducted in English.)
- ·Companies with a professionally prepared English IR presentation deck
Application Period
- ·Announcement Period: June 29 – July 31, 2026 (18:00 KST)
- ·Application Period: July 1 – July 31, 2026 (18:00 KST)
How to Apply
- ·Submit your application online through the official FLY ASIA 2026 website.
- ·Application Process : AWARDS → Global Scale-up Champions Awards → Complete and Submit the Application Form
※ Applicants must upload an English IR presentation deck when submitting the application.
※ Any false information identified during the review process may result in disqualification.
Benefits
Finalists (Approx. 6 Startups)
- ·Promotional Short-form Video Production
- -30-second promotional video highlighting the company's core technology, products/services, and future vision.
- -Featured on the official website, social media channels, and during the event.
- ·IR Pitch Consulting
- -Professional feedback on the IR deck and presentation.
- -Mock pitching sessions prior to the Final Round.
- ·Participation in networking parties
- ·Access to 1:1 meet-ups with global investors
- ·Certificate of Finalist
- ·Prizes awarded according to the final rankings.
Award Winners
Six finalists will receive awards and prize money totaling KRW 60 million.
| Award | Number of Winners | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Prize | 1 | KRW 15 million |
| Gold Prize | 2 | KRW 10 million each |
| Silver Prize | 2 | KRW 9 million each |
| Bronze Prize | 1 | KRW 7 million |
· The number of winners and prize distribution may be adjusted depending on the number of applications and evaluation results.
· Prize money will be disbursed in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations of the Republic of Korea. For detailed information regarding payment procedures and tax requirements, please refer to the Korean-language announcement.
Schedule
Preliminary EvaluationEarly August 2026
Promotional Video Production & IR Consulting
(Finalists Only)Late August 2026
(Finalists Only)Late August 2026
Final Round (Live Pitch Competition)October 8, 2026
Contact
FLY ASIA 2026 Global Scale-up Champions Awards Secretariat
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