UK Healthy Ageing Innovation Market Access Programme · Guangdong, China · July 2026 - February 2027
Guangdong Gateway
This programme is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
ScrollCould your business be part of the future of healthy ageing in China?
We're looking for a small group of UK businesses to join us in exploring one of the world's most exciting healthy ageing markets.
If your company develops products or services that help people live longer, healthier lives, Guangdong Gateway offers the chance to explore new opportunities, build international relationships and discover whether China could be the next step for your business.
You'll start with a free online programme designed to help you understand the market, hear from experts and connect with other businesses. There's no cost to join and no obligation to continue. Following that, up to six companies will be selected to visit Guangdong Province, where NICA will introduce you to potential partners, customers and investors.
Why join Guangdong Gateway?
Whether you're exploring international growth for the first time or looking to expand into new markets, Guangdong Gateway gives you the opportunity to:
- Learn about one of China's fastest-growing healthy ageing markets.
- Understand whether Guangdong is the right fit for your business.
- Meet potential partners, customers and investors.
- Build valuable relationships with organisations across the healthy ageing ecosystem.
- Join a growing UK-China Healthy Ageing Network.
- If selected, visit Guangdong with flights and accommodation funded by NICA.
Our Guangdong partner
NICA delivers this programme in partnership with the Guangdong Silver Industry Association (GDSIA). GDSIA is a leading organisation dedicated to advancing the ageing care industry in Guangdong Province, China. GDSIA brings together industry experts, enterprises, and service providers to promote innovation, professional training, standards development, policy research, and international collaboration to support innovation and improve services for an ageing population.
Through this partnership, participating companies gain access to trusted local networks, market insight and introductions to organisations across Guangdong.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Have a question? Visit our Guangdong Gateway FAQs to find out more about the programme, eligibility and the application process.