FLY ASIA 2026 Opens in Busan, Asia’s Startup Hub, with a Venue More Than 1.5 Times the Size of Last Year’s

Two-day event begins October 7 at BEXCO Exhibition Center Hall 1 with a venue more than 1.5 times the size of last year’s
Strengthened global networking through Blue Economy-focused open innovation by large and mid-sized companies, alongside the launch of a proprietary meetup-matching app

BUSAN, South Korea--(Korea Newswire)
2026-09-22 14:43:15
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FLY ASIA 2026 (https://www.fly-asia.org/eng/main/), Asia’s leading startup expo showcasing the present and future of the region’s startup ecosystem, will be held over two days, from October 7 (Wed) to 8 (Thu), at BEXCO Exhibition Center Hall 1 in Busan.

Hosted by the Busan Metropolitan City government and organized by the Busan Startup Investment Agency (https://www.bsia.or.kr/en), this year’s event carries the slogan “Connect Asia, Fly to the World” and features diverse programs connecting startups with venture investors. This year’s main theme, “Blue Ocean Connect,” puts special focus on the convergence of global capital, the Blue Economy, and AI technology.

Significantly Expanded Scale and Differentiated Programming

FLY ASIA 2025 was a success, attracting participation from more than 14 countries, hosting over 52 programs, and drawing 19,235 attendees. The event facilitated 1,271 one-on-one business meetups and generated approximately KRW 200 billion (about USD 150 million) in investment-linked deals, cementing its position as a key startup platform in Asia.

FLY ASIA 2026 will expand its venue to more than 1.5 times the size of last year’s