Transguard Early-Stage Accelerator Programme
Innovation is the key to transforming the future of smart buildings, driving efficiency, sustainability, and security in an ever-evolving world.
The Transguard early-stage accelerator programme is designed for global start-ups developing cutting-edge solutions in AI-driven automation, energy optimisation, and smart facility management.
- About the programme
- Benefits
- Program structure
- Eligibility Criteria
About the programme
Offering flexible solutions for all the UAE’s staffing needs since 2001, Transguard Group is the region’s most trusted expert in facilities management, security, cash services, white-collar staffing and more. As the region’s leading service provider, their expertise is in supplying their clients with the right people and best solutions precisely when and where they’re needed.
The Transguard early-stage accelerator programme, powered by DIFC Innovation Hub, is a six-week programme designed to support global start-ups in transforming the future of smart facility management and energy optimisation. This accelerator provides founders with access to industry experts, corporate partners, and real-world pilot opportunities to refine and scale their solutions.
Focused on AI-driven automation, IoT-enabled efficiency, and predictive analytics, the programme equips start-ups with the tools to develop and deploy innovative solutions in key areas such as energy optimisation, predictive maintenance, adaptive security, and smart workspace automation. Through mentorship, hands-on training, and direct collaboration with Transguard, start-ups will gain invaluable industry insights, test their solutions in real-world settings, and pitch their innovations to corporate stakeholders and potential investors.
This is an opportunity to fast-track growth, validate technology in a high-impact enterprise environment, and be at the forefront of shaping the future of facility management.
Benefits
Potential POC with Transguard
Knowledge enhancements
Market exposure and regional opportunities
Strategic networking opportunities
Exclusive access to the Dubai FinTech Summit 2025
Programme Structure
- Programme LaunchFebruary - MarchMonday 24 February 2025: Applications open
Monday 31 March 2025: Applications close - Accelerator Kick-offApril - MayFriday 4 April 2025 – Wednesday 7 May 2025
- Demo DayMayTuesday 13 May 2025: In-person demo day at the Dubai FinTech Summit 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
Strong intent and potential to scale at the UAE’s regi-onal level
Open to collaboration
Physically attending demo day in-person
Clear unique selling proposition
Existing MVP is preferable
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