Etihad Rail Youth Hackathon 2025: Rail Innovations, UAE Future

Etihad Rail’s Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025 launches! Students will develop innovative solutions for the future of **rail** and infrastructure. Cash prizes await winners.

Etihad Rail Youth Hackathon 2025: Rail Innovations, UAE Future
September 27, 2025 6:54 pm
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Introduction

Etihad Rail is launching the Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025, a two-day competition scheduled for 1–2 October 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) as part of the Global Rail 2025 program.

Event Overview

The Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025, organized by Etihad Rail, aims to foster innovative solutions for the future of rail and infrastructure. The event will be held from 1–2 October 2025, as part of the broader Global Rail 2025 program. It will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

Participant Details

Approximately 50 students and recent graduates will participate in the hackathon. Participants will address real-world challenges inspired by the UAE’s rail ecosystem. They will work in teams, guided by mentors and industry experts.

Judging Criteria

Submissions will be assessed by a panel of judges from Etihad Rail, academia, industry, and the public sector. The evaluation criteria include creativity, impact, feasibility, and the innovative use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Objectives and Goals

The event is designed to empower youth and promote digital transformation. It aligns with the UAE’s vision for innovation and sustainable development across infrastructure sectors. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winning teams.

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Conclusion

The Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025, organized by Etihad Rail, will take place from 1–2 October 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The event is designed for approximately 50 students and recent graduates to develop and present innovative solutions for the future of rail and infrastructure, with cash prizes awarded to the winning teams.

Company Summary

Etihad Rail: The developer and operator of the UAE’s National Railway Network.

Hafeet Rail: Ahmed Al Musawa Al Hashemi is the CEO of Hafeet Rail and Chairman of the Executive Committee of Global Rail.

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC): The location for the Global Rail Youth Hackathon 2025.

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