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Industrial Hackathon - Saudi Industrial Development Fund

Under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Mr. Bandar Al-Khorayef, the Industrial Hackathon is held annually, bringing together innovators and developers from across the Kingdom and its residents to compete and present their most effective solutions to industrial challenges.

About the Hackathon

The Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) organizes the Industrial Hackathon to promote innovation and support talents in technology and industry. This event seeks to discover innovative solutions that advance and optimize industrial processes, boost productivity, and promote sustainability.


Objectives

  • Promote Innovation: Encourage new and innovative ideas in various industrial fields.
  • Develop Talent: Create opportunities for young talents to display their skills and creativity.
  • Sustainable Solutions: Seek solutions that contribute to enhancing sustainability in the industrial sector.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Foster interaction and teamwork among participants from diverse fields and backgrounds.
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Events

  • Workshops: Educational sessions and workshops conducted by experts in industry and technology.
  • Mentoring Sessions: Guidance sessions with specialized mentors to help teams develop their ideas.
  • Presentations: Opportunity for teams to present their projects to a panel of judges and experts.
  • Valuable Prizes: Financial and in-kind prizes for the winning teams
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Target Audience

  • Developers and programmers.
  • Engineers and industrial designers.
  • Entrepreneurs and startups.
  • Students and researchers.
  • Males or females aged 18 and above.​
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Requirements of Participate

  • Registration: Register through the electronic form through the​ Hackathon website (click here​).
  • Team Formation: Participants can register only as teams.
  • Idea Submission: Teams are required to submit their project ideas through forms.
  • Engage in Activities: Attend workshops, mentoring sessions, and work on developing projects.
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Partners and Sponsors

The Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) collaborates with several partners and sponsors from government and private sectors to support and organize this major event.


Contact Us

For any inquiries or further information, please feel free to reach out to us at hackathon@sidf.gov.sa ​

Join us at the Industrial Hackathon 2024 to step into innovation and showcase your creativity.

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