Developing Sport and Fitness Technology Ecosystem
We are spearheading efforts to create a hub for sports technology innovation, focusing on developing a thriving ecosystem that drives sustainable growth and technological advancements in the sports industry. Key initiatives include the Enterprise Innovation and Capability Development Grant (InnoGrant), which offers funding of up to S$1 million per project, and the building of a repository of industry problem statements. By fostering innovations in the sport and fitness sector, the team is working to make Singapore an ideal partner in the global sports technology and business marketplace, actively seeking collaborations to co-create innovative solutions for enjoying and participating in sports.
Looking to the future, we are committed to ongoing support for sports technology through programmes like the InnoGrant, emphasising the creation of a robust ecosystem that nurtures startups, businesses, and institutes of higher education in developing sports tech innovations. We are exploring new technologies to enhance sporting experiences, improve performance, and increase participation, while also seeking opportunities for international partnerships and the expansion of locally developed technologies to global markets. Through these efforts we are working towards its vision of inspiring the national spirit and transforming Singapore through sport, with the ultimate goal of helping people live better through sport.
Enterprise Innovation and Capability Development Grant (InnoGrant)
The InnoGrant is designed to catalyse the development of stronger growth engines within Singapore’s sport and fitness industry across five main categories: Performance Technology, Engagement and Experience Technology, Material Technology, Sustainability and Gamification and Active Virtual Sports. The grant offers financial support of up to S$1,000,000 per project.
Read more about Enterprise and Capability Development Grant.
Industry Problem Statements
Discover key industry problem statements that highlight real challenges and opportunities for innovation and connect with leaders who are actively seeking solutions to overcome them.
In collaboration with key industry players like the Global Sport Innovation Center, SportSG kickstarted the initiative to gather industry problem statements in 2023 to identify needs in the sport and fitness industry and bridge the gap between real-world challenges and innovative solutions. This initiative is also a strategic effort to catalyse innovation and foster collaboration between technology providers and various industry players.
This platform serves to facilitate ongoing collaboration between problem statement owners and solution providers, accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, provide increased visibility for local innovators to engage with international corporations, and nurture a dynamic ecosystem for sport and fitness technology innovation. Through this initiative, SportSG and our industry partners continue to drive meaningful partnerships, foster economic growth, and solidify Singapore's position as a hub for innovation in sport and fitness.
The industry problem statements are grouped into four categories:
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Engagement & Experience Technology |
Innovations that revolutionise how fans interact with and experience sports. These solutions create immersive, interactive experiences for spectators, both in-person and remotely |
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Gamification & Active Virtual Sports |
A blend of physical activity, digital technology and/or game mechanics to create engaging sporting experiences. This includes virtual and augmented-reality sports, as well as solutions that use game-like elements to encourage physical activity. |
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Performance Technology |
Cutting-edge solutions designed to optimise athletic performance, training, and recovery, including wearable devices, AI-driven analytics, and advanced equipment to provide data-driven insights to athletes and coaches. |
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Sustainability Technology |
Innovations in energy-efficient sporting facilities, sustainable materials for equipment and apparel, waste reduction technologies, and solutions for minimising the carbon footprint of sporting events. |
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