Data centre programme targets AI-focused startups in Hong Kong

SUNeVision launches its third Startup Programme, fostering innovation in Hong Kong with robust infrastructure and strategic partnerships.

  • Friday, 19th December 2025 Posted 2 weeks ago in by Sophie Milburn

SUNeVision Holdings, data centre provider in Hong Kong and the technology arm of Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited, has announced the third edition of its Startup Programme. By providing digital infrastructure and aligning with technology partners, SUNeVision seeks to establish a comprehensive platform for budding innovators, further solidifying its dedication to enhancing Hong Kong's tech landscape.

Geared towards facilitating growth at every stage, the programme offers technological resources and mentorship to startups. Emphasising the exploration and refinement of AI, with the aim of helping participating startups strengthen their competitive position in sectors such as AI, BioTech, FinTech, GreenTech, HealthTech, Smart City, and more. Open for applications until 10 February 2026, the programme will select 10 promising startups per cohort.

The programme is intended to offer participants a range of benefits, including SUNeVision Credits valued at up to HK$160,000. These credits are redeemable for various support services from SUNeVision and affiliated partners, laying a strong digital infrastructure to enable AI-driven applications within their data centres. Additionally, startups will access an ecosystem of over 300 technology players and key stakeholders, bolstering their impact in the Greater Bay Area and Asia-Pacific regions. Tailored tools, resources, and mentorship will be dispensed through esteemed programme partners:

  • Angelflow: Syndicate technology infrastructure
  • Dataplugs: Internet and managed hosting
  • Finda Cloud: Value-added cloud services
  • Nexusguard: DDoS protection and cybersecurity
  • SUNeVision: Data centre colocation and hosting
  • Sustainable SmartTech Ventures: AI-powered smart building management
  • the Hive.: Co-working space
  • Votee AI: Authentic Cantonese translation
  • WeExpand: Agentic AI services

The previous cohort highlighted significant innovators like DeepTranslate and Sustainable SmartTech Ventures (SSV). DeepTranslate melded AI with human insight for financial translations, benefiting from SUNeVision’s low-latency network for enhanced accuracy and speed. Meanwhile, SSV utilised AI to advance building management technologies, leveraging SUNeVision’s data centres to refine AI models with high-capacity results, thereby attracting enterprise attention in the construction industry.

With such initiatives, SUNeVision demonstrates support for fostering homegrown talent and accelerating technological innovation in Hong Kong, providing a holistic environment for visionary ideas to flourish into tangible impacts on society.