Xplore Innovation Mission to South Korea

Are you ready to take your food innovation to the next level?

We are inviting a select group of innovative companies to join us on the Xplore Innovation Mission to South Korea, taking place October 27–31, 2025 together with European and Asian partners in the Global Alliance for Food and supported by Enterprise Europe Network.

This exclusive five-day mission offers a unique opportunity to connect with one of Asia’s most advanced foodtech ecosystems, strengthen international ties, and unlock new growth opportunities in South Korea and the broader Asia-Pacific region.

Who is it for? 

Whether you're working on alternative proteins, upcycled ingredients, functional foods,  retail tech, or sustainable packaging this mission is designed to help you grow, collaborate, and innovate globally. Read more in the promotion brochure here.  

What is in it for you?

• Access to key Korean players – Meet companies, public institutions, and innovation hubs like Foodpolis, the Korean National Food Cluster.
• Matchmaking + networking – Connect with potential partners at COEX Food Week, Korea’s leading food industry event.
• Inspiration & insights – Tour pilot plant, start-up center, R&D labs, and packaging center.
• Gateway to Asia-Pacific – Use Korea as your launchpad to broader markets.
• Cultural deep-dive – Enjoy Korean cuisine, local traditions, and real business culture experiences.

 Agenda Highlights

• Briefings with the Korean Ministry of Agriculture
• Participation in Food Week Korea and its 15th International Conference
• Visits to Foodpolis, Harim First Kitchen, KFPI, and CJ CheilJedang Labs
• Pitching & networking sessions with Korean and EU startups and session on Horizon Europe

• See the detailed program in the promotion brochure here

Participation fee

A participation fee is required to cover local transportation, translation services, and most group meals throughout the mission. Please see the promotion brochure for registration and general costs. 

For Food & Bio Cluster Members:

950.- Euro  (VAT not included) - (Approx. DKK 8.850,- (VAT included) 

After registration, you will be contacted by Food & Bio Cluster Denmark for payment instructions.

Please note flights, accommodation are not included in the fee

For Non-Food & Bio Cluster Members:

Please contact Susanne Baden Jørgensen, sbj@foodbiocluster.dk for further information.

Estimate of Travelling Costs

Flights

Please book the flight yourself and be aware of the time difference and that the programme starts on 27 Oct at 14.00. Recommended departure date from Denmark is 25 Oct arriving 26 Oct. Below is a check on Momondo.com from Copenhagen to Seoul

• Finnair with one stop from DKK 6,897. - (25-31 Oct)
• KLM with one stop from DKK 7,770. - (25-31 Oct)
• Scandinavian Airlines flies directly from DKK 10,056, - (26-31 Oct – no flights on 25)
• Turkish Airlines flies with one stop from DKK 6,535. - (26-31 Oct)

Hotels

Hotel group reservations are organised in both Seoul and Iksan and the approx. total price for a single room incl. breakfast from October 26th to 31st: DKK 8,730.  After registration, you will be contacted.

Registration

Places are limited, so don't miss this opportunity to position your company at the forefront of global foodtech innovation.

Please join us and register here or click on the green tap at the top.

We look forward to welcoming you to South Korea.