Hong Kong tech accelerator fund Betatron is joining with two partners to launch financial backing for shipping start-ups.

It said it will work with Young Professionals in Shipping Network (YPSN)​ and consultants ​Heron Advisory​ to provide early-stage venture capital.

Betatron will be investing $500,000 into each start-up and will be running a four-month acceleration programme, aimed at business growth and fundraising.