Ten Korean startups have joined the new cohort of the KOSME 2026 program, hosted at STATION F by the HEC Paris Incubator. Launched in 2022, this program aims to support the establishment of young South Korean companies in the French and European markets.
For one year, these startups will receive dedicated support, including meetings with experts, professional networking opportunities, student challenges organized with HEC Paris and partner schools, as well as access to the French Tech, Business France, and Choose Paris Region networks. The goal is to acquire local clients and partners and establish a lasting presence in the European market.
Among the ten selected startups are Asleep, specializing in AI-powered sleep monitoring; CLIKA Inc., offering tools to reduce the size of AI models; EduSync with its ClassBoard solution for interactive whiteboards; Eflow, designing high-performance axial flux motors for electric bikes, drones, and robots; F4GE, connecting Korean factories to global demand; Factosquare, an AI platform linking beauty brands with Korean manufacturers; IRVIS, automating inspection and testing on production lines; KIMU Studio, training "special designers" with developmental disabilities; MP Corporation, helping Korean brands enter the European market; and SAEFARM, using AI for satellite image analysis and personalized agricultural advice.
The program's first milestone was the K-Startup Pitch Night, held on October 14th at STATION F. This event allowed founders to present their projects to investors and business leaders, followed by a networking cocktail to foster connections within the French ecosystem.
The KOSME program is a non-profit organization funded by the South Korean government, providing financial and non-financial assistance, including loans, consulting services, training programs, and support for marketing and international cooperation. It is jointly managed by Station F and the HEC Paris Incubator.
