About Li-Dak-Sum Incubator

Over 70 startups incubated since 2017. 

Backed by the Ningbo Higher Education Tech Transfer Center, we provide a true "soft-landing" for global deep-tech ventures — from proof-of-concept to market entry, seamlessly into China.

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Our mission

We don't just provide space. We provide a launchpad. We're here to fight beside you.

Whether you're validating your MVP, raising your first round, or gearing up for China market entry, here you will unlock access to all the resources that will move the needle.

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What we offer

Tap into a community where over 80% of entrepreneurs have international backgrounds.  Through UNNC's tri-campus network, we connect you to the UK, China, Malaysia, and a global network spanning 35 countries with 170+ certified members.

Global network

25 University of Nottingham alumni chapters worldwide


Local roots

Access to Ningbo and Yangtze River Delta industry leaders and supply chains


Battle-tested mentors

Hard-won insights from ex-founders and domain experts


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Why choose us

¥160M

2025 annual turnover of incubated enterprises

¥43M

 Total investment raised by incubated enterprises

22

Zhejiang Provincial Tech SMEs

5

National High-Tech Enterprises

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The first & only EU|BIC-certified university incubator in China

Meet our community

If you've got the grit, we've got the ecosystem.

Join a global community of innovators who aren't afraid to think beyond borders from Ningbo to the world.

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Incubation 

Provide you soft-landing, done right, funding and much more you need


EastPad China Programme

Your 12-Month Launchpad, your first mile and gateway to China


Become a mentor

Shape the next generation of global innovators, one real conversation at a time

 

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