StartupFest Catalys program held for young entrepreneurs instead of Korkhona 'RegStone'

A forum titled 'Creative Entrepreneurial Youth' took place in Tashkent. Young inventors and entrepreneurs showcased their projects in the fields of IT, artificial intelligence, engineering, and related areas. The event was organized at the initiative of UzLideP and was held at the Turin Polytechnic University.

Various groups participated in the forum: deputies of the Legislative Chamber and local Kengashs, the head of the Aktam Khayit party faction, party activists, members of the youth entrepreneurial community, as well as winners of the international tournament FIRST Global Challenge – 2026.

Exhibition of Developments and Project Discussion

The central part of the event was an exhibition where 15 young innovators presented their work. Among the solutions presented was the Smart Railway Guard system, developed by students of the Tashkent State Transport University. This system is designed to prevent failures in railway automation and telemechanics systems. A mini-hyperbaric chamber intended for use in oxygen therapy was also presented.

Participants were not limited to just showing projects; they also discussed the prospects for further development of these ideas, ways to obtain support, and paths to turning promising concepts into functioning business projects. Representatives of the political party gave recommendations on how these developments can be integrated into production processes and service sectors.

At the end of the forum, active participants were presented with commemorative gifts and certificates. UzLideP emphasized that such meetings serve the goals of supporting youth initiatives, contribute to the development of entrepreneurial competencies, and create conditions for the practical application of innovative developments.

The Propak Cape 2026 exhibition, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from October 27 to 29, will showcase technologies aimed at improving business efficiency, product quality, and operational performance, covering the fields of packaging, plastics, printing, labeling, food processing, and related industries.

The event will bring together over 200 local and international exhibitors, allowing visitors to compare equipment, study new materials, and observe machinery in action.

New Launches and Live Demonstrations

Busch Vacuum Solutions will demonstrate new vacuum pumps for packaging needs, as well as software that simplifies the monitoring and optimization of vacuum systems. Qualipak will present a conveyor designed for easier maintenance, while Filmatic Packaging Systems will show off a new labeling machine.

Molenaar will present a tunnel pasteurization technology with Dynamic PU Control, aimed at the cider and beer industries. Visitors will be able to see how Monitor Engineering demonstrates Spraying Systems tank cleaning technology, designed to ensure hygienic and resource-efficient processes.

Additionally, Advanced Packaging Technology will demonstrate LMC horizontal packaging machines, as well as equipment for making bags and sacks, perforation systems, and laser and mechanical systems from other leading brands.

Solutions for Packaging, Recycling, and Automation

Resilux will present PET beverage bottles with barrier technologies that protect product quality, along with hot filling and dosing options. Bizerba Southern Africa and Avocet Scales & Labels will present weighing, labeling, and software solutions that combine connected technologies with local service and support.

Starrate Healthcare will demonstrate spraying systems for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications, while also highlighting the availability of specialized chemicals and laboratory products from Advent Chembio. Adroit Technologies will introduce Mitsubishi Electric industrial automation systems designed to support precise machine control, improve energy efficiency, and enhance production metrics in industries such as food, beverages, plastics, and printing.

Thematic days dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and automation, along with free IPSA seminars, will provide further insight into the trends shaping this industry. Mark Anderson, Portfolio Director at Montgomery Group Africa, the exhibition organizer, noted that 'Propak Cape gives visitors the opportunity to explore new technologies, compare solutions, and speak directly with suppliers about practical ways to meet their business needs.'

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