Mitsubishi Electric Innovation Center
Forging innovation through visionary collaboration models. Shaping the future through collaboration with aspirational founders, academia, and corporations —creating innovation and driving impact together.
MELIC Collaborators



Areas of Interest
We focus on solving real-world challenges across key industries where innovation meets Mitsubishi Electric's strategic vision.
Mobility
Smart transportation systems and autonomous technologies
Digital Transformation
Smarter operations through data, automation, and connectivity
Infrastructure
Resilient physical and digital systems for future-ready environments
Sustainability
Green tech, energy efficiency, and circular economy solutions
Supply Chain
Automated, optimized, and resilient supply networks
Logistics
Intelligent movement of goods with real-time visibility and automation
Explore MELIC Programs
Whether you're nurturing a new concept, or accelerating a start up, we provide the support you need at every stage of your innovation journey.
Venture Classes
Venture Class Programs are designed to guide students on their innovation journey from idea to the minimum viable product, applying proven hands-on innovation frameworks.
INCUBATION
Our 4-month incubation program equips teams with early-stage ideas by providing expert mentorship, dedicated workspace, and essential resources to help them validate and develop their solution into a proof of concept (PoC). Exceptional ventures may also secure the opportunity to progress to our accelerator program.
ACCELERATION
The MELIC Accelerator Program is designed for startups offering feasible and viable solutions to address challenges in our areas of interest, with the potential to create significant societal impact. This accelerator program, lasting up to 12-months, provides an ideal environment for founders to achieve product-market fit and commercialization. Startups accepted into the program are also eligible for direct funding.
Active Challenges
Tackle real-world industry challenges published by Mitsubishi Electric's business units. Startups and entrepreneurs are invited to submit their innovative solutions, unlocking opportunities including cash awards, potential employment, funding, and acquisition.
Why MELIC Venture Studio?
Backed by over a century of industrial innovation, we connect bold thinkers with Mitsubishi Electric's unmatched resources, global reach, and deep technical expertise.
Technology Leadership
Mitsubishi Electric's unparalleled reputation as a leader in quality and performance assures partners access to cutting-edge solutions, reinforcing credibility and fostering trust.
World-Class Research
MELIC leverages advanced technologies and rich intellectual property developed by corporate R&D labs to fuel breakthrough and disruptive innovations.

Excellence in Manufacturing
Mitsubishi Electric has manufacturing capabilities around the world, ensuring efficiency, quality, and reliability at every stage of production
Product Creation Experience
Our exceptional in-house innovation team designs consumer and enterprise products that meet global standards for quality and functionality.
Proven Global Sales Network
Mitsubishi Electric has proven ability to successfully sell and scale products worldwide, providing unmatched market access and commercialization expertise.
Global Expertise
With a strong multinational presence, Mitsubishi Electric excels at understanding diverse market dynamics and delivering solutions tailored to global needs.