| Challenge Owner(s) |
Shiseido Asia Pacific, Changi Airport Group (CAG), Climb Asia Pte Ltd, KC Group Pte Ltd, Senses International Pte Ltd, True Group Pte Ltd
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| Organiser(s) |
Enterprise Singapore, Hello Tomorrow Asia Pacific
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| Industry Type(s) |
Food Services, Healthcare & Biomedical, Hospitality, Retail
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| Opportunities and Support | Opportunities to win prize money, paid pilot collaborations and enter into commercial partnerships. |
| Application Start Date | 30 June 2023 |
| Application End Date | 13 October 2023 |
| Website | Click here to learn more |
About Challenge
In a world where our physical, mental, and social well-being is becoming increasingly important, the global wellness economy, valued at a staggering US$4.4 trillion in 2020 with a remarkable growth trajectory, stands at the forefront of transforming lives and societies. The wellness economy is multifaceted, encompassing sectors such as physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition, to personal care and complementary medicine. It is ripe with opportunities for innovators who can navigate emerging challenges within it, leveraging technologies and creative thinking to unlock new avenues for holistic well-being. To do so, we must foster an ecosystem of collaboration and co-creation, marrying the power of enterprise and innovation.
With this in mind, the Wellness Open Innovation Challenge 2023 aims to catalyse partnerships between established companies and solution providers. Our goal is to co-develop impactful solutions that can revolutionise the wellness economy, locally and globally. The focus areas of this challenge include Fitness, Personal Care, and Travel. Six participating corporate partners have provided eight challenge statements across these themes. Selected innovators will receive an opportunity for co-creation with industry leaders, benefiting from their vast knowledge, mentorship, and resources. They may also be eligible for grant support from Enterprise Singapore and other exciting rewards from our corporate partners.Learn More
| Challenge Owner(s) | Changi Airport Group (CAG) |
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| Industry Types(s) | Healthcare & Biomedical, Hospitality |
Help Business Type Travellers Alleviate Travel Fatigue
Changi Airport Group (CAG) operates one of the world's busiest airports by international passengers, and currently holds the title of World’s Best Airport. Ever in the pursuit of providing the best travel experience available, CAG is seeking innovative solutions to improve the experience of transiting passengers.
What We Are Looking For
Solutions that can be incorporated in the transit lounge to help travellers alleviate travel-related mental, physical, and sleep-related fatigue.
| Challenge Owner(s) | Changi Airport Group (CAG) |
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| Industry Types(s) | Healthcare & Biomedical, Hospitality |
Create an Enjoyable Wellness Experience for Leisure Type Travellers
Changi Airport Group (CAG) operates one of the world's busiest airports by international passengers, and currently holds the title of World’s Best Airport. Ever in the pursuit of providing the best travel experience available, CAG is seeking innovative solutions to improve the experience of transiting passengers.
What We Are Looking For
Solutions that can be incorporated in the transit lounge to provide a quick positive wellness experience for transiting travellers.
| Challenge Owner(s) | True Group Pte Ltd |
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| Industry Types(s) | Digital/ICT, Healthcare & Biomedical |
Solutions to Maintain and Improve Hygiene and Cleanliness
True Group is one of Asia’s largest fitness and wellness groups, with businesses primarily in fitness and yoga. With numerous clubs across the country, the True Group is one of the key fitness operators in the Singapore Market. In order to maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in True Group’s clubs, two towels are issued to every member upon check-in - a sweat towel, and a bath towel. The high volume of towel use results in high laundry expenses, as well as replacement costs due to damage and misplacement.
What We Are Looking For
Innovative solutions to maintain the hygiene and cleanliness process of gym operations.
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| Challenge Owner(s) | Shiseido Asia Pacific |
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| Industry Types(s) | Healthcare & Biomedical, Retail |
Leveraging Wellness to Improve Skin Health
Shiseido’s history and tradition is characterized by a long string of innovations and category firsts that have repeatedly set new standards and whose effects have rippled across the entire beauty industry. 150 years later, their commitment to innovation is as steadfast as ever. Mindfulness is becoming a popular practice for people looking to improve their overall well-being. Shiseido recognizes the potential benefits of mindfulness in the beauty industry and is exploring ways to incorporate mindfulness into its products and services.
What We Are Looking For
Mindfulness solutions that leverage wellness to create a positive impact on skin health through a holistic approach.
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| Challenge Owner(s) | Senses International Pte Ltd |
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| Industry Types(s) | Circular Economy & Sustainability, Retail |
Sustainable Encapsulation of Fragrances
Encapsulated fragrance has been widely used in many industries, particularly the laundry industry, where laundry detergent products are infused with microencapsulated fragrance to provide long lasting freshness in clothing. Plastic fragrance encapsulations are now regulated in the EU with the ban of intentionally used microplastic by 2027.
Senses International anticipates consumer demand for biodegradable encapsulation in Asia to increase as more and more laundry detergent manufacturers turn to using sustainable ingredients. To that end, Senses International is seeking partners to develop innovative solutions for the sustainable encapsulation of fragrances.
What We Are Looking For
Solutions for the sustainable encapsulation of fragrances.
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| Challenge Owner(s) | KC Group Pte Ltd |
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| Industry Types(s) | Healthcare & Biomedical, Retail |
Solutions that Enable Individualised Beauty Services
KC Group is one of the fastest growing hair and beauty groups in Singapore. Their beauty brands include Hanbang Skin Solutions, Kskin Express Facial, and Apgujeong Hair Studio.
KC Group wants to take this opportunity to join forces with ventures and researchers alike who are trying to use technology to provide individualised and innovative beauty services. This may include AI-driven technologies for skin or hair analysis, allowing treatment and product customisation/ recommendation, as well as the detection of changes pre- and post-treatment. Other innovative technologies for skin and hair analysis with value-adding results are welcome too.
What We Are Looking For
Solutions that enable individualised beauty services.
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| Challenge Owner(s) | Climb Asia Pte Ltd |
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| Industry Types(s) | Digital/ICT, Healthcare & Biomedical |
Autonomous Detection of Injuries or Safety Violations
Climb Asia is the architect of highadrenaline action; the premier one-stop centre for your vertical playground. A key aspect of climbing gym operations is ensuring the safety of climbers. Climb Asia is ready to explore solutions that can detect safety violations that might lead to injury. A fully autonomous climbing gym should also have a system that is able to detect injuries sustained by climbers, possibly due to bad falls.
What We Are Looking For
Solutions for autonomous detection of injuries or safety violations in a climbing gym.
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| Challenge Owner(s) | Climb Asia Pte Ltd |
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| Industry Types(s) | Digital/ICT, Precision Engineering |
Predictive Maintenance of Equipment
Climb Asia is the architect of high adrenaline action; the premier one-stop center for your vertical playground. Proper maintenance of equipment is crucial in ensuring the safety of
climbers. Climb Asia is seeking solutions for the predictive maintenance of climbing gym
equipment, such as ropes, karabiners, auto-belay devices, and more.
What We Are Looking For
Solutions for predictive maintenance of equipment in a climbing gym.
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Briefing Date:
17 July 2023 at 3.00 pm (GMT+8)
Briefing Venue:
Virtual
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