Members of iDendron enjoy access to the following:

Basic Office Facilities:

• Fixed workstations (up to two per team/start‑up; additional seats subject to approval)
• Hot desks (including access to Hot desks at iDendron@Qianhai, subject to a separate application and approval)
• Shared meeting rooms and event space (approx. 20 seats)
• Pantry with complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks
• Complimentary printing, Wi‑Fi, lockers, and mailing address
• The company registration address is not permitted
• Utilities and management fees waived

Additional Benefits:

• Innovation and entrepreneurship activities
• Mentorship and training programmes
• Discounted or complimentary professional consultancy services (e.g. legal, company registration)
• Logo Placement – Approved start‑ups may display their logos and use TEC Logos in accordance with the TEC iDendron Membership Terms & Conditions. Selected logos may also be featured on the TEC website and Start‑up Directory

1. Eligibility

 Each application must be submitted by a Person-In-Charge (PIC).

Person-In-Charge (PIC).

• Must be an HKU member (student, staff*, alumnus, or affiliated institution member)
• Must hold at least 20% ownership in the applying or to‑be‑established company

Applicant Types

• Individual / Team Person-In-Charge (PIC).
  • Aged 18 or above
  • Hold valid work permits for relevant locations

Company Applicants

• A limited company incorporated in the relevant locations
• Maintain a clean business record

General Requirements:

• No actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest with HKU
• An innovative project from any discipline

Previous iDendron Members & Renewal Applications:

• Company registration is required for application to subsequent membership rounds.
• Operational and usage reviews will be conducted.
• Renewal applications are encouraged to be submitted one month before the current membership expiry.

2. Application Process

Eligible applicants must submit an online application through the Principal Applicant, together with:

• Online Application Form
• Pitch Deck & Pitch Video
• CVs of team members (optional)
• Proof of eligibility (e.g. student card, graduation certificate, equity proof)
• Proof of declaration
• Progress Report (for renewal applicants, covering the past six months)

*Additional notes:

• An interview or meeting may be required
• Approved applicants will receive the iDendron@HKU Co‑working Space Regulations and TEC iDendron Membership Terms & Conditions
• Successful applicants must sign the Membership Terms & Conditions and pay an administrative fee of HKD 100 per access card
  (Fee waivers may apply if existing access cards align with current subscriptions.)

*Membership Fee

• Hot-desk: HK$900 for 6 months
• Fixed Workstation: HK$2,400 for 6 months
• Access Card: HK$100 each
• Utility & Management Fee: waived

• TEC iDendron Membership Terms & Conditions

• Special Conditions: annual review is required.

• Application Period: on rolling basis (if vacancy available)

Location: 2/F Pao Siu Loong Building, HKU Main Campus

You’re required to complete the application form in order to apply for iDendron@HKU Membership. The information collected from you will be used for the purposes of managing your application account, processing your application and admission, and managing post-admission activities. Your information may be disclosed to the Government or collaborative partners. HKU TEC strictly complies with the University’s Privacy Policy. With your consent, we may use your contact information to send you similar events or startup news in future; without your consent, we will not do so.

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