Innovate. Collaborate. Transform Ceylon's Port Operations.

Apply Now | January 20 & November 1, Every Year

About the Challenge

The Maritech Innovation Challenge empowers innovators to design and develop next-generation maritime solutions that enhance port operations in Ceylon. Maritech Software will co-fund, mentor, and bring your idea to market.

Program Benefits

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Challenge Funding

Financial support for selected innovative maritime solutions

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Co-development

Collaborate with Maritech's R&D team to bring your idea to life

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Expert Mentorship

Guidance from maritime and technology industry experts

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Global Market Access

Connect with international maritime markets and opportunities

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Expo Showcase

Booth space at bi-annual Maritech Innovation Expo

Event Schedule

📅 Bi-Annual Event Dates:

January 20

Innovation Showcase & Expo

November 1

Innovation Showcase & Expo

Each event features a showcase where participants present their solutions to investors, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Focus Areas

Smart Port Systems

Vessel Safety

Green Initiatives

Predictive Maintenance

Logistics Optimization

Who Can Apply

Startups

Students

Researchers

Maritime Professionals

Timeline

Next Application Opens: December 30, 2026

Following Application Opens: October 11, 2026

Winners Announced: 1 week before event

Exhibition Event: January 20 / November 1

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Innovate. Collaborate. Transform Ceylon's Port Operations.

About the Challenge

Program Benefits

Challenge Funding

Co-development

Expert Mentorship

Global Market Access

Expo Showcase

Event Schedule

January 20

November 1

Focus Areas

Who Can Apply

Timeline

Apply Now

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