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Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court

ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

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DRIVING THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORT AND GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY

THE GLOBAL RAIL YOUTH HACKATHON

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IGNITE IDEAS, TRANSFORM THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL TRANSPORT

The Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025, held as part of the Global Rail Transport Infrastructure Exhibition & Conference, brought together the region’s brightest young talent to design and prototype bold solutions for the future of rail. Over two days, 50 UAE university students and recent graduates showcased their creativity, gained exposure to cutting-edge innovations, and received mentorship from industry experts.

The Hackathon provided a unique platform for participants to translate ideas into action, fostering innovation and collaboration. Outstanding contributions were recognised with awards, including AED 15,000 for first place, AED 10,000 for second place, and AED 7,000 for third place. The event celebrated creativity, ingenuity, and the next generation shaping the future of sustainable mobility.

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HACKATHON GOALS

The Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025 is about youth, ideas, and impact, turning fresh perspectives into real opportunities for the future of rail. It aims to empower young innovators by giving university students and recent graduates the chance to reimagine the future of transport, spark bold ideas through everything from creative pitches to working prototypes that push boundaries, drive national ambitions by aligning with the UAE’s vision for smarter, sustainable mobility, showcase future talent by connecting participants with mentors and industry leaders, and build community and collaboration by making Global Rail 2025 a platform where youth, experts, and innovators come together.

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Empower Young Innovators
Empower Young Innovators
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Spark Bold Ideas
Spark Bold Ideas
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Drive National Ambitions
Drive National Ambitions
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Showcase Future Talent
Showcase Future Talent
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Build Community & Collaboration
Build Community & Collaboration

WHAT ARE THE HACKATHON CHALLENGES?

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SHAPING THE FUTURE OF RAIL
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF RAIL

Exploring strategies, investments, and innovations driving rail’s role in tomorrow’s transport ecosystem

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REDEFINING THE PASSENGER JOURNEY
REDEFINING THE PASSENGER JOURNEY

Enhancing efficiency, comfort, and connectivity to create seamless end-to-end travel experiences

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UNLOCKING TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES
UNLOCKING TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES

Leveraging transport infrastructure to boost regional connectivity and unlock new tourism markets

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NEXT-GEN TECH FOR MOBILITY
NEXT-GEN TECH FOR MOBILITY

Showcasing AI, automation, and smart solutions transforming the way people and goods move

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