HACKATHONS
We help organize field-specific hackathons that highlight emerging technologies and support the development of ideas into practical solutions for society.
WHAT IS A HACKATHON?
A hackathon is an idea development event where participants form teams and work intensively over a short period of time to develop solutions to challenges in a specific field. At the end of the event, the ideas are presented and the best solutions are recognized.
NEED HELP WITH ORGANIZING?
- We provide support in organizing hackathons, primarily in marketing, visual materials, on-site coordination (including technical setup, catering, etc.), and concept development.
- We expect our partners to contribute by financing the required workforce and to approach the organization process with an open mindset.
UPCOMING HACKATHON
MarineHäkk is back! 🌊⚓
If you are interested in innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, or maritime affairs, this hackathon is for you.
📅 Date: May 8
🕘 Time: 09:00–21:00
📍 Location: TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy, Mechanics Building
What is MarineHäkk?
MarineHäkk is a maritime-focused hackathon taking place for the sixth year, bringing together students, maritime professionals, and enthusiasts under one roof. The day begins with a short introduction, followed by team-based work on maritime challenges, and concludes with relaxed networking in the evening. 12 hours of smart development for the maritime sector — one team, endless ideas.
This year’s focus: Marine Defence & Resilience
We are looking for solutions in the following areas:
⚓ Protection, repair, and maintenance of critical infrastructure (subsea cables, pipelines, port infrastructure, energy solutions, and related technologies)
⚓ Drones and autonomous platforms in maritime applications (defence, monitoring, logistics, safety, resilience, and development of autonomous systems)
⚓ Maritime area monitoring (sensor technologies, remote sensing, satellite monitoring, data analytics, and AI applications)
⚓ Coastal defence and amphibious operations (innovative solutions for planning, safety, and response)
⚓ Maritime dual-use technologies (solutions applicable in both civilian and military sectors)
⚓ Training and simulation solutions (responding to evolving security needs, from subsea drone development to operational training solutions for critical infrastructure protection and restoration, including tailor-made training)
Who is it for?
👥 Teams will be formed from participants with diverse strengths and experience, both from TalTech and beyond. Everyone is welcome on board – seafarers, designers, IT developers, engineers, logisticians, and business planners.
Maritime innovation is not only for sailors – you also have the opportunity to upgrade the sea.
Why participate?
🌊 A real challenge, a real solution – from idea to prototype in 12 hours
🌊 Networking: meet people from both academia and industry
🌊 Discover internship opportunities and future collaboration partners
🌊 Contribute to the future of maritime security
By filling in the registration form, you consent to sharing your contact details with other participants interested in the same challenge so that you may connect and prepare in advance if desired.
More information: start@taltech.ee
The event is organized by the TalTech Estonian Maritime Academy and the TalTech Startup Centre. The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the programme if necessary.
Please note that the event will be photographed and filmed, and the materials will be used in Tallinn University of Technology marketing activities, including social media channels.
Join us and help shape the future of maritime innovation! 👩🏼✈️🛟
OUR HACKATHONS
CONFERENCES
TalTech is Estonia’s only technical university and as a driver of economic development, we believe it is essential to be strongly represented at major technology conferences.
At the TalTech Startup Centre, we also coordinate TalTech’s presence at leading conferences such as Latitude59 and sTARTUp Day, and support our spin-off companies in participating in international conferences.
WHO DO WE INVITE TO PARTICIPATE IN CONFERENCES?
- Institutes, research groups, spin-off companies, and student organizations that have compelling technologies or achievements to showcase.
- Content contributors who are looking to gain additional visibility.
- Staff members and students interested in the startup ecosystem who want to learn and engage more deeply.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
- Conference tickets and opportunities to participate in exhibition booths.
- The possibility to organize seminars or side events.
- Visibility for your technologies and projects.
- Support and guidance if you are planning to attend conferences independently.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN CONFERENCES?
Let us know about your interest.
DESIGN MEETS SCIENCE SERIES
In cooperation with the Tallinn Business Incubator, we organize monthly inspiring seminars and workshops on engaging topics where design solutions and technology intersect.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
- ☑️ Experts from the field sharing insights on engaging topics.
- ☑️ Real-life examples from companies operating in the respective fields.
- ☑️ Opportunities to see, touch, and sometimes even try out showcased products and materials.
WHO IS IT FOR?
- The seminars are open to everyone interested.
- Event updates are shared on Facebook