Thursday, March 13, 2025
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), also known as Visit Maldives, has officially introduced the Visit Maldives Hackathon 2025, a tech-centric initiative aimed at addressing significant challenges within the country’s tourism sector. This event, which kicked off on February 27, 2025, at the Dhiraagu Head Office, welcomes participants from both local and international backgrounds who are 18 years and older.
Designed as an intensive 48-hour competition, the hackathon seeks to foster the creation of groundbreaking and sustainable solutions to enhance both tourism experiences and operational efficiency in the Maldives. The initiative reflects Visit Maldives’ dedication to utilizing advanced technology to promote sustainability within the tourism industry. The hackathon is organized in partnership with Dhiraagu, SparkHub LLP, PSM, BCC, MOTE, and NCIT.
Registration and Key Event Dates
Participants can now register for the Visit Maldives Hackathon 2025, following this schedule:
Speaking at the official launch ceremony, Honourable Minister of Tourism and Environment, Thoriq Ibrahim, emphasized the long-term impact of the hackathon: “The ideas developed here will not remain inside these walls. The innovations you create can shape the way we welcome guests, the way we manage our industry, and how we preserve our natural environment while enhancing visitor experiences.”
Highlighting the government’s commitment to fostering digital transformation in tourism, MMPRC CEO & MD Ibrahim Shiuree added:
“I am confident that the bright ideas generated while working together will help build a stronger and more diverse tourism sector in the Maldives. This hackathon is a strong step toward developing tech-driven solutions for tourism-related challenges.”
Driving Innovation and Digital Transformation in Maldives Tourism
As a global leader in luxury tourism, the Maldives is prioritizing sustainability and innovation to fuel its tourism industry’s growth. The hackathon is part of MMPRC’s wider strategy to promote sustainable tourism, foster public-private partnerships, and introduce technology-driven solutions to elevate the visitor experience.
MMPRC has a series of strategic initiatives planned for 2025, including global marketing campaigns and industry partnerships, to ensure sustained growth in the tourism sector. With initiatives like the Visit Maldives Hackathon, the Maldives is positioning itself as a front-runner in digital transformation within the global tourism landscape.
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