Kuala Lumpur: PETRONAS, in collaboration with its corporate partners, has selected 20 high potential startups for the fourth edition of its FutureTech accelerator programme.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the selected startups represent seven countries, including Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, and the United States. These startups are advancing innovative solutions that align with the programme’s three key themes: Future of Industry and Work, Future of Energy, and Future of Chemicals and Materials.

The FutureTech programme aims to foster collaboration and innovation by integrating these startups into the broader ecosystem of industry leaders. The initiative is designed to accelerate the development of cutting-edge technologies and business models that could redefine the future landscape of industries and energy sectors.

The inclusion of startups from diverse geographical locations reflects the global reach and ambition of PETRONAS’s initiative. By focusing on pivotal areas such as energy and materials, the programme seeks to contribute significantly to sustainable industry practices and the advancement of new technologies.