Puchong, 10 June 2025 – The Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) has officially launched Retail-X 2025, a premier accelerator programme designed to transform Malaysia’s top B2C retail SMEs into future-ready businesses. Now open for applications, Retail-X offers 30 selected companies the opportunity to access up to RM300,000 worth of growth perks, including mentorship, training, brand exposure, and investor access — all over a 12-week innovation journey from July to September 2025.

Digital Transformation for Malaysia’s B2C Trailblazers

Targeted at fast-growing local brands, Retail-X 2025 aims to supercharge SMEs through:

  • AI-powered marketing tools
  • Smart inventory management
  • Omnichannel strategies
  • Customer experience innovation

The programme is tailored for five key sectors:

  • Fashion & Lifestyle
  • Health, Beauty & Wellness
  • Food & Beverage
  • Home Living & Appliances
  • Purpose-Driven & Social Impact Brands

Real Mentorship, Real Impact

Participants will receive mentorship from top executives and investors from companies like AEON, Carsome, Signature Market, RHL Ventures, The LEGO Group, and more — offering real-world insights and strategic advice.

The accelerator culminates in a Final Demo Day, where the Top 20 startups will pitch to industry leaders and potential investors. The Top 10 winners will share RM50,000 in prizes, trophies, and a fully sponsored innovation trip.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify:

  • Must be a Malaysian B2C company
  • Registered with SSM
  • Have 1–7 years of operations
  • RM1M–RM10M annual GMV
  • At least 1 year of audited financials
  • Founder/co-founder must commit to the full programme

Apply by 27 June 2025

Applications close soon — don’t miss this opportunity to take your retail business global.