Maritime Hackathon 2025 Kicks Off with
Tailored Training Sessions
On 4 January 2025, the Maritime Hackathon 2025 officially launched at the National University of Singapore's Centre for Maritime Studies, bringing together passionate students from Singapore’s universities, junior colleges, and polytechnics. The day-long training session marked the first milestone in this year’s competition, focused on driving innovation in maritime sustainability and operational efficiency.
A Warm Welcome and Insightful Morning Sessions
The day began with a bustling registration from 09:00 hrs to 10:00 hrs, where participants received their exclusive Limited Edition Maritime Hackathon 2025 Lanyards alongside a hearty breakfast of Milo and buns to fuel their day.
The morning session opened with an address by Ms Beverly Rodrigues from the Centre for Maritime Studies, who welcomed participants and provided a comprehensive briefing on the hackathon's objectives, judging criteria’s, and administrative items.
This was followed by an inspiring welcome address by Associate Professor Tan Kok Choon, who highlighted the critical role of innovation and collaboration in shaping the future of the maritime industry.
Participants then gained valuable insights into the maritime sector through two engaging presentations:
- Ms Sharmaine Yeo from the Singapore Maritime Foundation provided a detailed overview of the maritime industry, emphasising Singapore’s pivotal role as a global maritime hub.
- Mr Man Mohan from RightShip introduced the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects of the maritime industry, spotlighting the importance of safety, sustainability, and technology in driving industry transformation.
A Productive Afternoon of Tailored Training
After a refreshing bento lunch, participants split into two training sessions tailored to their competition categories:
- Category A: University Level – RightShip’s AI Engineer, Vishnu Pratap, led an immersive session on Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), equipping university-level participants with cutting-edge knowledge to tackle industry challenges using artificial intelligence.
- Category B: Junior College and Polytechnic Level – RightShip’s Geospatial Specialist, Haziqah Nasser, delivered an engaging session on AIS Data (Automatic Identification System), providing insights into geospatial technologies essential for maritime operations.
These tailored sessions were designed to empower participants with the technical skills and domain knowledge necessary to address real-world maritime challenges.
Building Momentum Towards the Hackathon Finals
The Maritime Hackathon 2025 continues to inspire young innovators to reimagine the future of maritime operations. With this initial training completed, participants are now better equipped to approach the upcoming competition phases, culminating in the oral presentations and prize award ceremony on 18 January 2025.
We extend our gratitude to the Singapore Maritime Foundation, RightShip, and all supporting partners for their contributions to the event's success.
Stay tuned for updates as we witness the innovative solutions crafted by these bright minds for the maritime industry!