A*STAR Partners' Centre (A*PC)

The A*STAR Partners' Centre (A*PC) is designed to help Singapore companies accelerate their growth and product development journey in China. Located in the heart of Suzhou Industrial Park, A*PC provides cutting-edge infrastructure, strategic funding and world-class support for R&D and market entry.

Since its launch in 2020, A*PC has become a hub for pioneering industries, including biomed tech, advanced remanufacturing, green energy and new materials. With direct access to the thriving Jiangsu and Yangtze River Delta regions, your company is well-positioned to seize new opportunities and expand in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.

As part of A*PC, you will gain more than just a foothold in China. You will tap into A*STAR’s vast scientific expertise and secure funding that ensures a smooth, successful transition into this competitive landscape.

Local Enterprise Engagement

Accelerate innovation at A*PC's co-sharing facilities

Leverage state-of-the-art co-working spaces, exhibition galleries, event halls and open lab benches to accelerate your R&D. Access cutting-edge lab equipment and modular labs designed to foster collaboration, drive innovation and streamline product development.

Co-working Space

Exhibition Gallery

Event Hall

Open Lab Benches

Lab Equipment

Lab Equipment

Modular Lab

Modular Lab

Thrive in a dynamic ecosystem

The key to growth comes from having good support and the right ecosystem.

At A*PC, our facilities, including cutting-edge laboratories, are equipped with advanced biomedical technology to significantly reduce your setup time and costs. With a seamless plug-and-play approach, your business can scale quickly. By bringing A*STAR’s partners together in one location, we foster collaboration and synergy across industries, helping your company achieve faster breakthroughs. Tap into our expansive network, research capabilities and talent pool within Suzhou Industrial Park to accelerate market-ready products and shorten your path from lab to launch.

Unlock Funding Support

Funding support through the A*STAR-SIP Grant (subject to panel evaluation)

Co-Develop Target Technologies

Co-development opportunities of R&D competencies and target technologies with A*STAR in Singapore

Access State-of-the-Art Facilities

From office suites, event spaces and meeting rooms to Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory spaces

Access to housing for key talents

Secure housing solutions for essential team members to ensure a seamless transition for your business

Access Market Insights & Programs

Join programs designed to help businesses understand the China market and navigate its regulatory landscape

Collaborate With A*STAR Partners

Opportunities to connect and collaborate with other A*STAR partners to fast-track product development

Ready to be part of the A*PC network?

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A*PC partners

“The industry connections by A*PC helped us make breakthrough into China’s auto inspection market.”
Eugene Goh, Managing Director, JM Vistec
“We achieved expansion of our product line, increase in market share and exponential growth in team size.”
Zhang Yizhong,Founder, AiTreat

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