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IPI is a subsidiary of Enterprise Singapore, dedicated to empowering businesses through technology and innovation. We bring deep industry expertise and a proven track record of delivering impactful results for sustainable growth with our advisory services for SMEs in Singapore.

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Through our multidisciplinary expertise and global network, we provide SMEs with access to innovative technologies and ideas. Our advisory services support businesses in their innovation processes, including co-development, commercialisation, and go-to-market strategies for long-term success.

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Battery Generators as Sustainable Power
This technology provides a modular and scalable battery energy storage system, designed to optimize power usage in construction, industrial, and commercial applications. The system integrates Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery technology, for the benefits on high energy efficiency, extended lifespan, and enhanced safety. The battery solution includes solar panel integration and pairing, allowing clean energy charging during the day whilst reducing grid dependence and usage of diesel generators. It addresses the challenge of unreliable and inefficient on-site power sources, replacing fuel-based systems with a clean, quieter, and a more cost-effective alternative. The system also supports remote monitoring via IoT, enabling real-time energy management, predictive maintenance, and optimized performance. This solution is ideal for construction companies, energy providers, and industrial facilities looking to enhance sustainability, cost savings, and operational efficiency especially in places were noise and space is a concern.
AI-Powered Digital Solutions for Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Health Check
As global solar adoption grows, photovoltaic (PV) system underperformance and degradation remain key challenges, impacting energy yield and financial returns. Solar PV systems degrade over time due to factors related to manufacturing defects, environmental exposure and poor maintenance. While targeted interventions exist to mitigate specific degradation mechanisms, the primary challenge lies in accurate diagnosis. Traditional diagnostic methods, such as drone-based thermal imaging and on-site inspection, are often hardware-intensive and costly, limiting their scalability for large solar portfolios. To address these challenges, the technology owner has offered an AI-powered hardware-agnostic software platform that analyzes inverter data to identify degradation mechanisms and assess PV system health. Leveraging advanced machine-learning algorithms, the platform can evaluate degradation rate, system inefficiencies, and root causes of underperformance, providing solar asset owners with real-time insights and actionable recommendations to optimize system performance. The solution goes beyond simple diagnostics, it integrates financial modeling and power output forecasting to help users make data-driven decisions to maximize energy yield and their solar investment returns. The technology owners are actively seeking collaborations with solar operation & maintenance (O&M) providers aiming to enhance their maintenance packages with AI-driven PV health check and predictive diagnostics.
Advanced Photocatalytic Technology For Air Purification And Sustainable Applications
Traditional air purification methods rely on consumable filters (HEPA, carbon) that require frequent replacement or UV-C systems that consume high energy, leading to high maintenance costs and inefficiencies in long-term air quality management. Poor indoor and outdoor air quality is a major health and environmental concern, contributing to respiratory diseases, allergies, and long-term conditions i.e asthma and cardiovascular issues. This photocatalytic air purification technology offers a maintenance-free, energy-efficient solution for sustainable air quality management by integrating porous ceramic nanolayers with LED activation to effectively remove VOCs, odors, pathogens (viruses, bacteria, fungal spores), and harmful gaseous pollutants like NOx and SO₂. Unlike conventional HEPA or carbon filters that require frequent replacement or UV-C systems that consume high energy, this innovation eliminates the need for consumables and intensive maintenance, reducing operational costs while delivering up to 99.99% pollutant removal efficiency. Designed for manufacturers of HVAC systems, air purifiers, and air quality solutions across healthcare, food processing, agriculture, automotive, and residential industries, this technology meets the growing demand for sustainable, cost-effective, and health-conscious solutions. Its scalability and adaptability make it an ideal choice for industries prioritizing clean air, regulatory compliance, and environmental responsibility, providing a future-proof alternative to traditional air purification methods. Technology owner is looking for collaborations with device manufacturers (HVAC, air purifiers, home appliances), agricultural and food storage facilities, healthcare institutions, industrial and commercial building developers for R&D, licensing, piloting or licensing.
Advanced Pyrolysis Sludge Treatment & Hydrocarbon Recovery Solution
Tradtional oil sludge treatment methods typically involve multi-stage processes, including dewatering, drying and incineration, which are energy intensive, costly and inefficient in recovering valuable hydrocarbons. These conventional methods struggle with high oil/ water content sludge, requiring excessive pre-treatment. High operational costs, and environmental concerns.  The multi-layer spiral thermal pyrolysis desorption system addresses these challenges by eliminating the need for pre-drying, efficiently processing sludge with varying compositions, and optimizing hydrocarbon recovery. The technology is particularly valuable to oil refineries, petrochemical plants, tank cleaning operators and palm oil processing industries, enabling them to enhance resource recovery, reduce waste disposal costs, and company with environmental regulations. The oil content upon pyrolysis is between 0.3% - 2%.  The technology owner is looking for collaborations with oil field customers, hazardous waste centers, and wastewater treatment plants for R&D collaboration, test bedding, licensing or IP acquisition. 
Microstrip Line Based Non-Invasive Glucose Meter for Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
The global diabetes prevalence is estimated to be 9.3% in 2019 and is expected to rise to 10.9% by 2045 [1]. Although there is no cure for diabetes, regular blood glucose monitoring and appropriate medication can control the symptoms. Electrochemical glucose meters are accepted as being the most accurate and reliable glucose measurement devices. However, they are invasive and patients need to take three to six measurements daily. As a result, their nervous system may be damaged due to long-term usage. There are several proposed approaches for non-invasive glucose monitoring, mainly based on optical, transdermal and electrochemical techniques. Due to the nature of these technologies, the proposed approaches are not suitable for continuous monitoring. This technology is a wearable sensor that makes use of transmission line implemented using a microstrip working at microwave frequencies to measure blood glucose non-invasively and continuously. The technology owner is looking for licensees to commercialise this technology. [1] Saeedi, P., et al. (2019). Global and regional diabetes prevalence estimates for 2019 and projections for 2030 and 2045. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice, 157, 107843.
Lixiviant for High Extraction of Gold from Gold-Coated Solid Waste
The accelerated growth of electronic waste (e-waste) is s driven by the expanding demand for electrical and electronic equipment, fuelled by industrial revolution and digital transformation.  Current industrial practices for extracting gold from e-waste and mining ores heavily rely on highly toxic cyanide-based lixiviant or highly corrosive aqua regia. These hazardous substances pose fatal hazards to involved personnel and contribute significantly to environmental pollution. Additionally, these methods suffer from inefficiencies, such as low extraction yields and poor selectivity, which lead to the co-leaching of other toxic heavy metals, including copper, nickel, and tin. To address these challenges, the technology provider has developed and patented an innovative lixiviant that is facile, cost-effective, highly selective, safer, and efficient. This proprietary lixiviant offers exceptional gold extraction efficiency (up to 96%) and high output (≥3,000 ppm) while using less toxic alternatives to cyanide. With a low concentration of cyanide substitutes (<1,900 ppm), it operates optimally at 60°C in an alkaline environment. By generating less toxic waste and creating a healthier workplace, this technology enables companies to enhance their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals by integrating social and environmental considerations into their operations. The technology has undergone extensive pilot-scale evaluations with multiple companies. Since April 2023, it has been adopted by nine industry partners, demonstrating its effectiveness and practicality. The technology provider is actively seeking industry partners to test-bed the lixiviant and is open to license the technology to interested partners.
Hybrid Photocatalytic Film with Enhanced Antibacterial and Antiviral Properties
In recent years, particularly after the pandemic, the demand for effective antibacterial and antiviral solutions has surged. These solutions are increasingly utilized in diverse settings, including residential spaces, educational institutions, public areas, and transportation systems. Thus, it is anticipated that the demand for antimicrobial and antiviral products will continue to grow. Despite their utility, traditional antimicrobial and antiviral technologies have notable limitations. Copper, for example, offers a strong immediate antimicrobial effect but suffers from reduced durability due to oxidation and is effective only within a limited range. Silver ions are more durable and applicable to a wider range of surfaces but lack the immediate efficacy of copper. Photocatalysts, while more durable than both copper and silver, are heavily dependent on the availability of a suitable light source. These challenges underscore the need for a technology that is fast-acting, durable, and versatile across various environments. To address these challenges, the technology owner has developed a hybrid photocatalytic film with enhanced antibacterial and antiviral properties. This solution combines the photocatalytic activity of copper suboxide and titanium dioxide with visible light responsiveness to effectively denature membrane proteins on virus surfaces, thereby reducing their infectivity.  Additionally, the technology incorporates a film-based manufacturing process, providing a more efficient alternative to traditional paint-based approaches. The technology owner is actively seeking R&D collaborations and licensing opportunities with industry partners interested in implementing this film in various applications.
Fast-Curing and Ready-to-Use Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP)
Fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) is widely used for blast protection and structural reinforcement of concrete elements in buildings and infrastructure. However, conventional FRP solutions have limitations due to labour-intensive applications such as on-site preparation and resin mixing, inconsistent quality, long curing time, and low productivity. The technology is a glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) roll pre-saturated with a tacky resin system that can be easily applied to structural elements like “double-sided tape”. The resin-infused GFRP can fully cure in natural light within a few hours, strengthening the structure with only a marginal increase in wall thickness. A fire-retarding version of GFRP is also available. The GFRP solution is fast and efficient with minimal on-site tools and less dependent on workmanship skills. The technology is available for IP licensing and collaboration with industrial partners who are interested in adopting the fast-curing GFRP technology in their products and applications.

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Seeking Solutions To Reduce Sodium Content In Food
According to the Health Promotion Board (HPB) in Singapore, 90% of Singapore residents' consumption of sodium exceeds the daily recommended intake, with the average consumption at 3620 mg, nearly double of the recommended 2000 mg per day. As a result, one in six Singapore residents report health problems like hypertension and hypolipidaemia. In an effort to curb this, HPB launched the "Less Salt, More Taste" campaign in 2024 to encourage the food manufacturing and food service industry to change their recipes and add less salt and sauces, or switch to use lower-sodium alternatives for salt, sauces and seasonings. Manufacturers are also encouraged to increase the supply of lower-sodium ingredients for the food service sector. Consumers are also encouraged to choose low sodium options, or use less salt in their home cooking. This sodium reduction strategy aims to reduce Singaporeans’ sodium intake by 15% by 2026.   
Seeking Solutions for Automated Skewering
Satay has been a beloved comfort food for generations of Singaporeans. To meet the ever-growing demand, one satay business is looking to automate its production to ensure consistent supply while maintaining operational excellence. By embracing automation, the goal is to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and continue delivering the same high-quality satay that customers know and love. The satay company is seeking to work with automation companies to design an equipment portion and line the meats for skewering. 
Seeking Solutions in Automated Fish Deboning
Supported by the government’s "30 by 30" initiative, Singapore aims to produce 30% of its nutritional needs by 2030, emphasising sustainability in its food production practices. A local fish farm believes in eating well and respecting the environment, where fish are given space to swim in the ocean with tides and currents. These fishes are farmed without any growth enhancements. More than 70% of the farm is made of reused materials and we use renewable solar energy for power. Milkfish is a hardy fish to farm. However, with over 200 tiny bones, it has not gain popularity with consumers. Manual removal of these bones are labour intensive. Therefore, the local fish farm would like to work with automation companies to customise an equipment to automate the deboning process of milkfish. 

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Smarter Solutions for A Sustainable Future
Singapore-based Little Green Ranger lends its expertise in sustainable energy solutions to advance worker safety and optimise construction processes.   Since its founding in 2022, Little Green Ranger has grown into a company known for its sustainable energy solutions. The team is passionate about helping companies transition from conventional energy sources to renewable alternatives. Little Green Ranger first connected with...

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Safer and more Efficient Electrical Systems with AI-backed Grids
Singapore-based engineering company, Cyclect, works with Australia-based Ecocentric Energy to enable effective monitoring and management of electrical systems.   Picture this: a sudden electrical fault shuts down your building, disrupting work and causing costly downtime. Or worse, an unnoticed issue sparks a fire, endangering lives and property. These scenarios are more common than you think, with the Singapore Civil Defense...

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Upcycling Food Waste into Eco-Friendly Packaging
Singapore-based sustainable packaging company, Alterpacks, worked with IPI to find a fruitful partnership in fruit and vegetable distributor Freshmart and continues to grow with the help of the Innovation Advisors programme.   In 2022, Singapore generated roughly one million metric tons of plastic waste—just six per cent of which was recycled. The rest was incinerated and contributed to massive amounts...