Sydney Landing Page

Expand your company into Australia

A virtual program to fast-track your greentech companies into Australia.

Validate your market opportunity, create your entry strategy, and get targeted introductions to accelerate your success.

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Increase your success in Australia

Powered by City of Sydney, this program is designed to fast-track your market validation and help you build your network in Sydney.

Apply now to join the 2025 cohort

It’s your gateway to scaling your innovative solutions globally while contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future in Australia.

Validate your opportunity

Work with an individual mentor to  assess your opportunity in Australia.

Develop your strategy

Get 1-on-1 expert mentoring to create a competitive market-entry strategy.

Get connected

Get 3 targeted introductions to experts in your industry.

Why Australia?
Australia is leading the charge towards a more sustainable future through government-led incentives, more investment and increasing adoption rates of green technology.

Stricter enforcement

Stricter ESG reporting regulations amongst businesses and corporations create demand for innovative compliance solutions.

Stricter enforcement

Stricter ESG reporting regulations amongst businesses and corporations create demand for innovative compliance solutions.

Stricter enforcement

Stricter ESG reporting regulations amongst businesses and corporations create demand for innovative compliance solutions.

Top 3 VC investment

Green and clean technologies rank among the top 3 industries for VC funding and interest, with $1.4B capital raised to date in AU in 2024.

R&D capabilities

World-class research capabilities in green technologies.

Who is this program for?

This outcome-driven program is for companies seeking real results

The program is open to all international tech companies with a solution addressing environmental challenges or creating positive impact.

Not based in Australia
Established PMF in at least one market
Green focus
Time commitment
Tech-enabled
This program is for those with a green focus. This includes, but is not limited to, the following key areas:

Smart city operations

Technologies enabling efficient, sustai-nable urban management.
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Efficient resource management in buildings and supply chains.
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Carbon-neutral technologies.
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Recycling and waste reduction.

Renewable energy

Solutions driving the transition to clean, sustainable energy sources.
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Innovations in energy, water, and waste management.
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Sustainable transport and alternative fuel sources.
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Technologies enabling net-zero emissions.

Regenerative & circular economy solutions

Systems and innovations that restore ecosystems and close resource loops.
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Circular economy technologies and systems.
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Drought-proofing and water-recycling solutions.
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Regenerative technologies addressing pollution.

Sustainable practices

Tools and platforms empowering organisations to achieve sustainability goals.
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Technologies to build staff capability for environmental outcomes.
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Environmental reporting and communication platforms.
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Decision-making systems for efficient, sustainable operations.

Get support to achieve your goals

Design a strategy that works

Validate you opportunity and work with a mentor to create your market-entry strategy based on tried-and-tested frameworks. Consolidate your knowledge with resources and educational masterclass recordings.

Get help to implement it in Australia

Get 3 targeted introductions to experts in your industry to help move your company forward. Explore further pathways after the completion of the program to scale your company into Australia.

“The program has truly been a very insightful learning experience in exploring deeper into the Australian market and opportunities. Not only due to the awesome sessions and mentors, but also, more importantly, all the connections made possible during the program.”

Gerry Mangentang
Founder, IZY.ai

“Thank you for the opportunity to be part of Sydney Landing Pad. The best part was networking with other participating startups, as well as the SLP staff who provided detailed step-by-step guides on what it takes to set up a company in Australia.”

Young Juhn
CEO, Wellysis
How it works

This is a virtual & intensive program

By the end of the program, you will have:

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Validated your market opportunities in Australia

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Built an initial local network in Australia

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Connected with potential partners and customers

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Created a competitive market-entry strategy for Australia

Program cost:

A$499
The cost per company is a nominal fee of A$499. There are no additional charges for multiple team members to join. This program is subsidised and made possible by the City of Sydney.
January, 2025
APPLICATIONS OPEN
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Submit your application before the deadline. All applications will be reviewed carefully and on a rolling basis.

We will reach out to you to schedule a call to get to know you if there is potential.

Applications are now closed.

February, 2025
PROGRAM (4 WEEKS)
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The program is self-paced and conducted on a rolling basis. The program consists of the following stages:

Onboarding:

We will reach out to you to schedule a call to get to know you if there is potential. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis. Apply now to secure your spot.

Market-Entry Canvas

Map out your business model, market-entry strategy, and goals using tried-and-tested frameworks.

1-on-1 Mentoring

Go over your market-entry canvas with an expert mentor who will challenge your assumptions, provide critical feedback and refine your strategy.

Virtual Dashboard

Access resources and educational content to help you understand the fundamentals of doing business in Australia.

Connections

You will receive 3 targeted introductions to relevant parties that have been specifically vetted based on your goals.

Wrap-up Session

Consolidate your learnings, share feedback and explore your next steps.

Post-program
POST-PROGRAM SUPPORT
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Your journey doesn’t end when the program ends. Keep the conversation going with your mentors, peers and connections.

Your mentors will continue to work on supporting you and reaching your goals as defined during the program after the virtual program has concluded.

If you're ready to advance to the next stage of expansion, we’re here to help. Let’s explore your next steps together.

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