



IAHR YPN Hackathon
Innovating the Future of Ocean Engineering
Technical Partners




Welcome to IAHR YPN Hackathon 2026
The present Hackathon 2026 proposed is themed on addressing Ocean Engineering related problems, with a focus on finding innovative solutions for some of the sector's most critical challenges.
Conference Objectives
Foster Innovation: Encourage participants to develop new technologies and systems to revolutionize maritime and port industries.
Collaborate Across Disciplines: Bring professionals, students, and enthusiasts from various domains such as engineering, IT, logistics, and environmental science.
Tackle Key Challenges: Address issues like port congestion, security, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
Promote Digital Transformation: Support the adoption of automation, AI, IoT, blockchain, and other emerging technologies in maritime operations.
Important Dates
Hackathon Themes Release
2nd May 2025
Participation Registration
2nd May – 1st November 2025
Proposal Submission
2nd May – 20th October 2025
Mentoring Session
13th September 2025
Review Session
December 2025
Final Report Submission
2nd January 2026
IAHR YPN Hackathon
21st February 2026