Access2innovation

What Access2innovation does

Access2innovation is a Danish member-based non-profit association headquartered in Copenhagen, with a regional office in Kampala, Uganda, and representation in Tanzania and Rwanda. Founded as a network in 2007 and formalized as an association in 2015, it operates as a partnership facilitation platform connecting Danish and European companies with East African growth markets, primarily in agriculture, energy, water, and circular economy sectors. Its core constituency includes Danish SMEs and larger corporations seeking market entry support, African agribusinesses, NGOs, and research institutions. The organization does not develop proprietary software or hardware; instead, it brokers technology transfer of third-party Danish and EU solutions such as BM Silo storage systems, Gl. Buurholt seed cleaners, Engsko stone mills, SolarVenti drying systems, and Lyras UV pasteurization equipment.

The organization's service portfolio comprises Strategic Membership (DKK 10,000-50,000 annually depending on organization type and size) and Network Membership (DKK 500 annually), supplemented by delegation trips to Uganda, Kenya, and Zimbabwe (priced at DKK 8,750-9,500 per company with 75% Trade Council subsidy), monthly A2i Talks knowledge sessions, and multi-stakeholder project partnerships. Revenue is materially augmented by Danida and EU-backed grants, including a EUR 2.54 million Green Technology Transfer Fund from aBi Development Ltd (April 2026) and an earlier DKK 8.8 million Danida Market Development Partnership grant for the DMDP Grain Project.

Access2innovation's go-to-market is a hybrid of membership sales, event-driven delegation programming, and grant-funded project execution. The model relies on institutional co-organizers including the Danish Agriculture & Food Council, the Royal Danish Embassy, and aBi Development to convene Danish and African stakeholders. Since 2007, the organization claims to have created more than 85 partnerships across businesses, NGOs, knowledge institutions, and public authorities, with five active project partnerships currently under management, including the DMDP Grain Project (targeting 25 decentralized grain processing centers, 3,000 trained farmers, and 500 new jobs in Uganda) and the newer Green Technology Transfer Fund. A team of 8 staff supports operations across Copenhagen, Aalborg, and Kampala.

Name

Access2innovation

Legal name

Access2innovation

Website

https://access2innovation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Access2innovation is a Danish member-based non-profit association that facilitates partnerships and technology transfer between Danish/EU companies and East African markets in agriculture, energy, water, and circular economy sectors, via membership programs, delegation trips, and Danida-funded project partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Trade Facilitation Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Export Promotion & Market Access Support (BPADAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Refugee, Migration & Displacement Support (BPAGABAH)

Keywords

• International development consulting
• Market entry facilitation
• Green technology transfer
• Agricultural partnership programs
• Membership network services

Headquarters

HQ city

København Ø

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Strategic Membership Fees: Annual membership fees providing access to networks, sparring, operational support, knowledge platform, and delegation trips. Fees based on organization type and size: companies 1-3 employees DKK 10,000; 4-9 employees DKK 15,000; 10-49 employees DKK 20,000; 50-249 employees DKK 35,000. NGOs range DKK 10,000-50,000 based on turnover. Research institutions and public institutions DKK 10,000.
2. Network Membership Fees: Basic annual membership at DKK 500 providing access to seminars, events, and the Access2innovation community.
3. Delegation Trip Fees: Fees for participation in organized business delegation trips to African markets. Uganda delegation priced at DKK 8,750 per company (1 rep + 3 guests); Kenya delegation at DKK 9,500 per company; Zimbabwe delegation at DKK 9,500 per company. Additional representatives at DKK 2,000-2,300 per person. Prices exclude flights, hotel, and VAT, with 75% subsidy from Trade Council of Denmark.
4. Project Grants and Development Funding: Access2innovation receives grant funding for projects such as the Green Technology Transfer Fund (EUR 2.54 million from aBi Development/Danida/EU) and Danida Market Development Partnership grants (DKK 8.8 million for DMDP Grain project). Funding supports technology transfer, capacity building, and partnership facilitation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Access2innovation operates as a Danish member-based non-profit network that facilitates market entry, partnerships, and green technology transfer between Danish/EU companies and African growth markets (primarily East Africa). Its core offerings are tiered membership programs (Network Membership at DKK 500/year and Strategic Membership from DKK 10,000-50,000/year), organized business delegation trips to Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe, and project-based technology-transfer programs such as the Green Technology Transfer Fund (GTTF) and DMDP Grain Project, supported by Danida, EU, and partner funding.

Product overview

Access2innovation is a Danish member-based non-profit organization and network that serves as the Danish platform for innovative, sustainable, commercial solutions for African emerging markets. Rather than a unified software product, the organization offers a portfolio of membership-based services centered around facilitating partnerships and business development between Danish/EU companies and African markets. Core offerings include the Strategic and Network Membership programs, the Green Technology Transfer Fund (GTTF) project for agricultural technology transfer in Uganda, partnership facilitation services, delegation trips to East Africa, and A2i Talks knowledge sessions. The focus areas span energy, agribusiness, water and sanitation, waste management, and housing sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Strategic Membership Comprehensive membership tier providing access to large networks in East Africa, member events and workshops, B2B matchmaking, expert sparring and operational support, monthly newsletters, A2i Talks on business development, the knowledge platform, and tailor-made delegation trips. Annual subscription priced from DKK 10,000 (companies 1-3 employees) up to DKK 50,000 (NGOs with turnover above 25M), with 10-45 individual consultation hours included per year.
• Network Membership Entry-level annual membership providing access to seminars, A2i Talks, and the Access2innovation community for DKK 500 per calendar year; can be upgraded to Strategic Membership with the DKK 500 deducted from the new fee. Designed for individuals and small organizations exploring African market opportunities.
• Partnership Facilitation Services Facilitation of multi-stakeholder partnerships between Danish and EU businesses, NGOs, investors, research institutions, and public authorities to create sustainable commercial solutions for African growth markets. Delivered through the Access2innovation secretariat and the East Africa regional team in Kampala.
• Delegation Trips to East Africa Organized business delegation trips to East African markets enabling Danish companies to meet key partners and potential customers, display products and services, and gain firsthand market knowledge. Co-organized with the Danish Embassy and the Danish Agriculture & Food Council; recent examples include Uganda (April 2026, DKK 8,750 per company with 75% Trade Council subsidy), Kenya (October 2026, DKK 9,500 per company), and Zimbabwe (September-October 2025, DKK 9,500 per company).
• A2i Talks Free monthly virtual knowledge sessions on business development in East Africa, held on the first Friday of every month from 09:30-10:15 CET, covering market opportunities, sector trends, partnership models, and financing with experts from Africa and Denmark. Open to the public via simple registration.
• Project Partnership Programs (DMDP, DGBP, former PIVØ) Collaborative projects combining commercial interests, humanitarian organizations, and research institutions to create sustainable commercial initiatives promoting green growth in Denmark and Africa. Active programs include the DMDP Grain Project (decentralized grain processing centers in Uganda), DGBP partnerships, and former PIVØ projects. Members can join project consortia and access grant funding.
• Green Technology Transfer Fund (GTTF) A 24-month project in collaboration with aBi Development that builds a platform analyzing value chains in Ugandan agriculture and identifies Danish and EU-based climate-friendly and commercially sustainable technologies for technology transfer and capacity building. Accelerates green and inclusive growth in Uganda's food sector while enabling Danish/EU technology providers to access validated in-country opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 85 partnerships created since 2007
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Danish Embassy in UgandacoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 April 2026Co-organizer of 2026 Uganda business delegation. Embassy provides venue, introductions to government ministries and decision-makers, and credibility for Danish companies entering the market.
• Danish Agriculture & Food CouncilcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 April 2026Long-term partnership organizing joint delegation trips. Council brings member companies and agribusiness expertise. Co-organizes delegations to Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe with Access2innovation.
• aBi Development Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 April 2026Ugandan development organization allocating funds for green and inclusive growth in the food sector. Partner in Green Technology Transfer Fund (EUR 2.54 million project) to introduce Danish and EU-based climate-friendly technologies in Uganda. Funded by Danida and EU. aBi provides funding, technical support, and capacity building for cooperatives and SMEs.
• Mandela Millers LimitedminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Ugandan milling company. CIMBRIA and Novonesis met with CEO Omar Mohamad as part of Green Technology Transfer Fund activities in May 2026.
• Royal Danish Embassy (General)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Representatives from the Royal Danish Embassy collaborate with Access2innovation on projects like Green Technology Transfer Fund. Provide diplomatic support and government connections.
• Opportunity InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Ugandan NGO with development projects in 22 countries. Partner in DMDP Grain Project responsible for training farmers and managing decentralized grain processing centers.
• AG-Ploutos Company Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Ugandan company involved in trading grain and agricultural inputs, particularly targeting small farms and cooperatives. Partner in DMDP Grain Project.
• BM Silo ApscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2021Danish company from Holstebro producing small, flexible silo systems with built-in drying capacity. Technology partner in DMDP Grain Project providing grain storage and drying solutions.
• Gl. Buurholt ApscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2021Danish company from Brønderslev with mobile seed cleaner technology that increases field yields by approximately 10%. Successfully sold seed cleaner to Okeba Uganda Limited via Access2innovation project.
• Engsko A/S - United Milling SystemscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2021Danish company from Randers manufacturing stone mills and complete milling systems. Grinds entire grain including husk at low temperatures preserving nutrients. Technology partner in DMDP Grain Project.
• Danish Industry (DI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Founding member of Access2innovation association (2015). Represents Danish businesses and provides industry network and credibility for the organization.
• Aalborg UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Founding member of Access2innovation association. Provides research expertise and academic credibility. Contributes knowledge and student involvement to projects.
• Danish Red CrosscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Founding member of Access2innovation association (2015). Provides humanitarian expertise and global network for development-focused partnerships.
• WWF DenmarkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Founding member of Access2innovation association (2015). Environmental organization contributing sustainability expertise.
• Municipality of AalborgcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Founding member of Access2innovation association (2015). Public authority partner providing municipal network and regional support.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CBI (Centre for the Promotion of Imports from developing countries): Dutch program that connects SMEs in developing countries to European markets via sector expertise, matchmaking, and capacity building — closely mirrors Access2innovation's GTTF technology-transfer and value-chain mapping mandate.
• Netherlands-African Business Council (NABC): Member-based network connecting Dutch companies with African markets through trade missions, B2B matchmaking, and market intelligence — structurally identical to Access2innovation's offer, just anchored in the Netherlands instead of Denmark.
• Swisscontact: Swiss non-profit foundation that designs and implements inclusive business development, market access, and skills programs across emerging markets — a comparable development-to-market entry facilitator with donor-funded programs.
• Danish Agriculture & Food Council: Core GTM partner to Access2innovation and co-organizer of the Uganda, Kenya, and Zimbabwe delegations. A member-based industry association that performs overlapping agribusiness trade facilitation and networking for Danish companies.

Emerging players

• Cordaid: Dutch international development NGO with private-sector development programs in East Africa, including entrepreneurial ecosystems and value-chain projects — thematic overlap with Access2innovation's inclusive business model.

Others

• FMO (Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank): Dutch development finance institution that invests in SMEs and financial institutions across Africa. Functional complement rather than competitor: Access2innovation's network includes investors like FMO/IFD/EIFO as partners and downstream capital providers.

Regional players

• Trade Council of Denmark: Government-backed export-promotion body that subsidizes Access2innovation's delegation trips and runs parallel market entry programs for Danish SMEs — a partial overlap and core funder/partner rather than a direct competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Enabel: Belgian development agency executing public-sector and private-sector development projects across Africa, often co-funded by the EU — comparable in funding source, partnership model, and East African footprint.
• GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit): Germany's federal enterprise for international development cooperation, funding and running private-sector development, technology transfer, and capacity-building projects across Africa. Much larger scale and broader mandate than Access2innovation but functionally similar in delivering Danida/EU-style development programs.
• RVO (Netherlands Enterprise Agency): Dutch government agency that runs private-sector development programs, subsidy schemes, and trade missions connecting Dutch SMEs to emerging markets — analogous to the role the Trade Council of Denmark plays in subsidizing Access2innovation's delegation activity.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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