Vertex Holdings Joins J-Bridge Partner of Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) to Foster Open Innovation and Global Startup Collaboration

Strategic alliance aims to bridge Japanese corporates with innovative startups worldwide

Singapore, 8 November 2024 – Vertex Holdings, a Singapore-based venture capital investment holdings company, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) as part of the Japan Innovation Bridge (J-Bridge) initiative. This collaboration aims to foster connections between Japanese corporations and global startups, driving innovation and economic growth.

The J-Bridge program, spearheaded by JETRO, seeks to create valuable synergies between Japan's robust corporate landscape and the dynamic global startup ecosystem. By partnering with Vertex Holdings, JETRO will gain invaluable access to a vast network of disruptive startups across key innovation hubs in Israel, Japan, Southeast Asia and India, and the United States. Through this partnership, the Vertex global network of venture capital funds can tap into JETRO's extensive network with over 1,600 Japanese corporations actively seeking collaboration opportunities with emerging startups worldwide.

The alliance offers substantial advantages to both organizations. Under this agreement, Vertex Holdings will organize events in Japan and potentially overseas, with JETRO serving as a key event partner. These events will leverage JETRO's extensive corporate network to maximize participation and impact. Together, both entities will explore new event opportunities and potentially establish groundbreaking cross-border innovation initiatives, fostering a more interconnected global innovation ecosystem.

This partnership marks a significant step forward in Vertex Holdings’ dedication to support innovation and foster cross-border collaborations. By leveraging the resources and expertise of both organizations, Vertex Holdings and JETRO aim to create a thriving ecosystem for open innovation and global business growth.

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About Vertex Holdings

Vertex Holdings is a Singapore-based venture capital investment holding company with AUM of over USD 6B. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek that provides anchor funding and operational support to a global platform of venture capital funds in key innovation hubs around the world.

Currently, there are 7 network partnerships namely: Vertex Ventures China, Vertex Ventures Israel, Vertex Ventures Japan, Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, Vertex Ventures US, Vertex Ventures HC and Vertex Growth.

The Vertex family of funds invests in early-stage technology opportunities through Vertex Ventures, early-stage healthcare opportunities through Vertex Ventures HC, and growth stage opportunities through Vertex Growth. Each Vertex fund operates independently, with separate local teams that raise and manage their respective funds.

The Vertex global network of venture capital funds has over 300 active portfolio companies today, and a track record of growing disruptive, transformational companies into global champions.

For more information, please visit our Vertex Holdings website: https://www.vertexholdings.com

About Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)

JETRO (the Japan External Trade Organization) is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential. In addition, J-Bridge is a business platform to facilitate collaboration between Japanese and overseas companies.

For more information, please visit our JETRO website: https://www.jetro.go.jp/en/

Media Contact

For more information, please contact:

Bernice Ong
Vertex Holdings
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