With the support of Taiwan’s Ministry of Sports, the ASPN Sports Tech Accelerator, implemented by the Center of Industry Accelerator and Patent Strategy (IAPS) at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, was invited by the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) to participate in SPORTEC Thailand 2026 in Bangkok from June 25 to 27.
ASPN led eight alumni startups—MeetAgile, Mbranfiltra, Spot AI, IMOTEK, Long Good, Feebees, JAXWEAR, and FootBot—to the exhibition. Through product demonstrations, technology showcases, and interactive experiences, the startups presented innovative solutions spanning AI-powered sports applications, smart health, sports performance analytics, and digital sports services.
In addition to participating in the exhibition, the ASPN delegation visited its long-standing partner, the Sports Authority of Thailand, on June 23. The visit provided valuable insights into Thailand’s sports policies, talent development initiatives, and sports science ecosystem while further strengthening collaboration between Taiwan and Thailand in sports technology, industry engagement, and innovation talent development.
- ASPN led eight alumni startups to SPORTEC Thailand 2026, showcasing innovative sports-tech solutions to the Southeast Asian market.
8 ASPN Alumni Startups Showcase Diverse Sports-Tech Applications in Bangkok
SPORTEC Thailand is one of Southeast Asia’s important platforms for sports industry exchange, bringing together government agencies, sports organizations, corporations, investors, and industry professionals from the sports equipment, fitness, health, sports technology, and digital application sectors.
The exhibition provided participating startups with valuable opportunities for product showcases, market exploration, and business networking.
The eight ASPN alumni startups participating in the exhibition were:
- MeetAgile
- Mbranfiltra
- Spot AI
- IMOTEK
- Long Good
- Feebees
- JAXWEAR
- FootBot
Each startup addressed different sports scenarios and market needs through solutions involving artificial intelligence, smart health, sports performance, interactive experiences, and digital sports services.
Throughout the three-day exhibition, the teams introduced their product features, applications, and business models directly to Southeast Asian corporations, investors, and industry partners. They also gathered first-hand market feedback to better understand the region’s demand for sports technology.
These exchanges not only increased the startups’ international visibility but also provided valuable insights for refining product positioning, developing cross-border partnerships, and planning their expansion into Thailand and other Southeast Asian markets.
- Long Good showcased their service and technology
- FootBot's product attracted many participants to experience.
SAT and the Taiwan Trade Center Visit the ASPN Pavilion and Recognize Taiwan’s Sports-Tech Capabilities
During the exhibition, the ASPN pavilion welcomed representatives from government agencies, sports organizations, corporations, investment institutions, and industry partners.
Through live demonstrations and interactive showcases, participating startups helped international visitors gain a deeper understanding of their technologies, practical applications, and market potential.
On the opening day, Mr. Surasak Kerdjuntuk, Deputy Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand, visited the ASPN pavilion and engaged with the participating startups. He learned more about the features, innovations, and practical applications of Taiwan’s sports-tech solutions.
Ms. Mia Liang, Director of the Taiwan Trade Center, Bangkok, also visited the pavilion and exchanged insights with the startups. She recognized the Ministry of Sports’ continued support for the ASPN Sports Tech Accelerator in strengthening international connections, expanding overseas markets, and increasing the global visibility of sports-tech startups.
The visits reflected the shared commitment of Taiwan and Thailand to sports technology and startup development while creating opportunities for the participating teams to connect with local government and industry resources.
- Mr. Surasak Kerdjuntuk, Deputy Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand, visited the ASPN pavilion and exchanged insights with participating startups regarding their technologies and applications.
- Ms. Mia Liang, Director of the Taiwan Trade Center, Bangkok, visited the ASPN pavilion to learn more about the startups’ plans and needs for expanding into Southeast Asian markets.
Visiting the Sports Authority of Thailand to Deepen Sports Policy and Talent Development Exchanges
Before the opening of SPORTEC Thailand, the ASPN delegation visited the Sports Authority of Thailand on June 23.
Since the establishment of ASPN, SAT has remained one of the program’s most valued and steadfast international partners. It has consistently contributed to the ASPN platform by sharing Thailand’s sports policies, talent development initiatives, and industry experience, enabling members across the Asia-Pacific region to learn and grow together.
The delegation was warmly welcomed by Dr. Nittaya Kerdjuntuk and Ms. Khufa Sukkasem. During the meeting, SAT representatives introduced Thailand’s current sports development landscape, policy priorities, and implementation achievements, giving the ASPN delegation and participating startups a deeper understanding of the country’s sports industry and future development needs.
The delegation also visited the SAT Sports Science Center to learn about its facilities and applications in athlete training, physical fitness assessments, sports performance analytics, and scientific support services.
The visit provided valuable learning opportunities and new perspectives for both the ASPN delegation and the participating startups. It also encouraged the teams to consider how their innovative technologies could be integrated into sports science and athlete development environments.
Through policy discussions, facility visits, and industry exchanges, ASPN further strengthened its partnership with SAT and opened new possibilities for startup matchmaking, technology validation, talent exchange, and future joint initiatives.
- The ASPN delegation visited the Sports Authority of Thailand and expressed its sincere appreciation to Dr. Nittaya Kerdjuntuk and Ms. Khufa Sukkasem for their warm hospitality.
- The ASPN delegation and participating startups toured the SAT Sports Science Center to learn about Thailand’s development in scientific training and sports performance support.
From Exhibition Exposure to Market Access: Creating New Opportunities in Southeast Asia
ASPN’s visit to Thailand combined participation in an international exhibition, engagement with a government sports agency, and exchanges with the local sports industry, creating a more comprehensive pathway into Southeast Asian markets for the participating startups.
In addition to showcasing their products at SPORTEC Thailand, the teams gained direct exposure to local policy resources, industry needs, and sports science application environments. These experiences helped them assess opportunities to introduce their solutions into Thailand and neighboring markets.
During the exhibition, ASPN also engaged with the SPORTEC Thailand organizers and several Southeast Asian innovation ecosystem partners, further expanding its international network.
The three-day event provided the startups with international exposure and market validation while generating potential business partnerships and follow-up opportunities. It once again demonstrated ASPN’s value as a bridge connecting sports-tech startups with global markets.
For sports-tech startups, internationalization involves more than participating in exhibitions. It requires an understanding of local markets, trusted partnerships, and suitable environments for product implementation.
By combining exhibition participation with the SAT visit, this journey helped the startups move beyond short-term exposure toward long-term market development.
- Through exhibition participation, government engagement, and industry exchanges, ASPN helped sports-tech startups establish stronger connections with Southeast Asian markets.
Continuing to Connect Asia-Pacific Resources and Build an Influential Sports-Tech Ecosystem
With the continued support of Taiwan’s Ministry of Sports, ASPN will deepen its collaboration with the Sports Authority of Thailand, SPORTEC Thailand, and innovation ecosystem partners across Southeast Asia.
These partnerships will help more sports-tech startups connect with overseas corporations, investors, government agencies, and sports organizations.
Through international exhibitions, policy exchanges, business matchmaking, and market validation, ASPN will continue strengthening the global development capabilities of participating startups and increasing the international visibility of sports-tech innovations from Taiwan and across the Asia-Pacific region.
ASPN will continue working with governments, industry, academia, and international partners to build a more comprehensive, connected, and influential sports-tech ecosystem, enabling more promising startups to expand from Taiwan into global markets.