Ready to explore new innovation opportunities in the Chinese market?
Going global can be an important driver of growth, and in China, strong personal relationships are often key to building successful business partnerships.
That is why Clean and Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK) Shanghai are joining forces to help Danish SMEs take their first steps toward innovation activities in China.
Receive DKK 40,000 to support your participation
Clean offers DKK 40,000 in funding to SMEs interested in exploring innovation opportunities in China through ICDK Shanghai’s Innovation Camp in April 25th-29th 2027. The funding can cover work hours related to your participation, including preparation, attendance, and follow-up activities.
The Innovation Camp will be tailored by ICDK Shanghai to the participating SMEs, giving you the opportunity to explore relevant market opportunities, meet potential partners, and build valuable relationships in China.
By combining Clean’s financial support with ICDK Shanghai’s local expertise and network, your company can dedicate the time needed to make the most of the Innovation Camp and lay the groundwork for future activities in the Chinese market.
How to apply
Submit your application to become part of this exciting journey and develop your activities in China
This funding is intended to support the following types of activities*:
- Market research, preparatory action for innovation activities in China and follow-up activities.
- Building partnerships and relations in China
- Meetings and engagements in China (Innovation Camp participation)
*Please note that the funding is only for salary costs for Danish SMEs. Participation in ICDK’s Innovation Camp in April 25th-29th 2027 is a requirement for receiving the funding. Cost for Innovation Camp participation app: DKK 15.000.
Requirements for application:
The applicant must be a Danish SME (1-249 employees)
- Attendance in Innovation Camp Shanghai 25th-29th of April 2027
- The available funding grant is DKK 40.000.
- The project/activity must be completed by July 31, 2027.
- The SMEs activity must fall within Clean’s 5 focus areas.
Evaluation criteria:
- Clear potential for innovation activities in China
- Alignment with Cleans focus areas
- Clear objectives and expected value from participation
- Strategic value for the company’s international development
Application deadline: 23rd of November 2026
Applications will be evaluated by external evaluators after the application deadline.
Apply by:
Filling in the online application form and attach the following document with your application:
We encourage you to reach out to Clean if you are considering applying or have any questions. Feel free to get in touch for a brief chat before submitting your application.
The offer is being carried out by Clean in collaboration with Innovation Centre Denmark Shanghai.
*De Minimis Declaration: The activity is co-financed by the Danish Board of Business Development, and its value is estimated at DKK 46,000. A company in Denmark may receive state aid of up to EUR 300,000 (approx. DKK 2.2 million) over a three-year period; this amount will therefore be included in your state aid total for 2026–2028. Consequently, you will be required to sign a De Minimis declaration if your company is selected.
The partnerships are co-financed by the Danish Business Promotion Agency and the European Union.
