SELANGOR, March 4 (Bernama) -- Selangor’s ambition to lead Southeast Asia’s life sciences innovation landscape took a bold step forward on 3 March 2026 as the Selangor Life Sciences Accelerator Programme (SLSAP) 2025 concluded with a high-impact Demo Day, unveiling its Top 10 breakthrough companies and opening pathways for potential investments of RM50,000 to RM250,000 per company. 

Launched by Invest Selangor in October 2025, the seven-month accelerator attracted 168 applications from early-stage and growth-focused companies across biotechnology, digital health, agritech, healthcare platforms, advanced materials and sustainability solutions. Following a competitive screening process, 21 high-potential companies were selected to undergo intensive acceleration.

Throughout the programme, founders received more than 280 hours of structured mentoring, combining investor-grade evaluation, scientific validation support, commercialisation strategy and capital readiness coaching. Participants also benefited from curated masterclasses, strategic networking sessions and direct exposure to industry leaders and venture capital stakeholders.

Delivered in partnership with NEXEA, the accelerator provides structured access to capital and commercial pathways through its venture ecosystem. While final commitments remain subject to due diligence and investment committee approval, participating companies may be eligible for funding, reinforcing Selangor’s commitment to building scalable, investor-ready, science-driven companies. 

At today’s Demo Day, founders delivered high-impact pitching presentations, outlining their market opportunity, business models, commercial traction and growth strategies before an audience of investors, corporate partners, ecosystem stakeholders and media representatives. The session focused on capital readiness, scalability and strategic positioning, with companies articulating clear pathways to revenue expansion, regulatory progress where applicable, and regional or global market entry.

YB Tuan Ng Sze Han, Selangor State Executive Councillor for Investment, Trade and Mobility, said: “This Demo Day reflects Selangor’s continued commitment to building a strong and competitive life sciences ecosystem. Through the Selangor Life Sciences Accelerator Programme 2025, we are not only nurturing high-potential companies, but also strengthening the commercialisation pipeline that connects innovation to industry, investment and global markets. Supporting these companies is part of our broader strategy to position Selangor as a leading hub for life sciences, advanced technology and high-value economic growth in the region.”  

“Through the Selangor Life Sciences Accelerator Programme 2025, we focus on helping founders build strong fundamentals, real commercial traction and investorready execution. Beyond the programme, selected companies will continue to receive potential investments of up to RM250k each by NEXEA, and support through the Entrepreneurs Programme and the Entrepreneurs Summit, connecting them to mentors, investors that have grown RM1billion/year revenue companies to scale them further.” said YBhg. Dato’ Hasan Azhari Bin Haji Idris, Chief Executive Officer of Invest Selangor Berhad.

SLSAP has demonstrated that Selangor possesses not only strong entrepreneurial talent, but also a robust and supportive ecosystem capable of driving growth in highvalue sectors such as life sciences. Building on this success, Invest Selangor will further expand its approach to support local series in 2026 through the Invest Selangor SME – Investor Linkages Programme and the Mid-Tier Development Programme. At the same time, various ongoing initiatives such as Selangor Career Outreach (SCOUT) and Local Business Connect (LBC) continue to play a critical role in strengthening the broader ecosystem especially for talents and SMEs. SCOUT enhances talent accessibility and workforce-industry alignment, while LBC strengthens domestic supply chain linkages and business networking opportunities across the state. 

Top 10 Companies of the Selangor Life Sciences Accelerator 2025: 

The following companies were recognised as the Top 10 companies of the 2025 cohort, representing diverse high-impact segments within life sciences and health innovation:

• PlusVibes
• YSBiotik Sdn. Bhd.
• GreenSHeart Sdn. Bhd.
• Bioloop Sdn. Bhd.
• Materials In Works
• Ocean Rich Resources
• Microbiome Sdn. Bhd.
• Health Digital Technologies Sdn. Bhd. (DoctorOnCall)
• Pixelence Sdn. Bhd.
• Promed Health Ventures Sdn. Bhd. 

These companies span advanced microbial solutions, biotechnology applications, digital healthcare platforms and sustainable material innovation, collectively reflecting the breadth and commercial promise of Selangor’s life sciences landscape. 

The Selangor Life Sciences Accelerator Programme 2025, the upcoming Invest Selangor SME - Investor Linkages Programme, the Mid-Tier Development Programme, as well as Selangor Career Outreach and Local Business Connect, are not isolated initiatives. They form part of a long-term economic strategy to ensure Selangor companies are not only surviving, but growing, competing and leading in an increasingly competitive regional landscape.

As investment discussions progress following Demo Day, the 2025 cohort is poised to enter its next growth phase, advancing from acceleration to active fundraising and expansion. 

About Invest Selangor 

Invest Selangor Berhad is the Selangor State Government’s investment promotion agency, facilitating business growth and investment opportunities in Malaysia’s most developed and competitive state. As a one-stop center, it provides advisory services, market insights, and facilitation for local and international investors looking to establish or expand in Selangor the gateway to ASEAN.

With a strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and a thriving business ecosystem, Selangor continues to attract high-value investments across diverse industries, reinforcing its position as Malaysia’s economic powerhouse. Since 1999, Invest Selangor has successfully facilitated over 7,069 manufacturing projects, contributing to the creation of 508,316 jobs and securing more than RM256.6 billion in investments. 

Invest Selangor also drives the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) and the Selangor Aviation Show (SAS) key platforms connecting industry leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs across Southeast Asian region and beyond. Through strategic initiatives, it remains committed to a resilient, sustainable, and innovative economy, reinforcing Selangor as the preferred destination for global investors.

For Selangor investment enquiries, please visit http://www.investselangor.my  

About NEXEA: 
NEXEA is a Malaysian Venture Capital and Startup Accelerator firm specializing in supporting and funding technology companies that can potentially be the next technology giants. NEXEA also has services for investors and Corporates that want to invest or work with future technology giants. 

NEXEA is known for its mentors who are successful ex-entrepreneurs or C-levels who own or sell their businesses (IPO, M&A). The combination of experienced mentors, experts, and partners proves potent as the top companies out of 35+ Startups invested by NEXEA have grown 3 to 16 times yearly. NEXEA is based in Bandar Sunway, Selangor.  

For more information, visit us at http://www.nexea.co. 

SOURCE: Invest Selangor Berhad 

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: 
Invest Selangor Berhad
Name: Nur Azyyana Abu Bakar 
Email: azyyana@investselangor.my

Name: Maryani Binti Mat Saad
Email: maryani@investselangor.my

NEXEA 
Name: Soo Shee Chien
Marketing Executive, NEXEA
Email: sheechien@nexea.co

--BERNAMA