To All UG Students,
Cathay Hackathon 2025 is now open for applications.
The hackathon aims to provides an opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds to discover the latest technologies and gain hands-on experience in the travel industry, premium travel & lifestyle, and cargo services to low-cost carriers. Participants will also have the chance to explore career opportunities in the aviation and tech industries and connect with industry professionals.
Top teams will have the opportunity to win round-trip flight tickets, Asia Miles, and a fast-track to the Digital & IT Graduate Trainee and Summer Internship programmes at Cathay.
Interested student should apply online as a team of 3-5 members or on individual basis via https://hackathon.cathaypacific.com/by September 26, 2025 (Friday, 23:59 HKT).
You may refer to the below eDM and the competition website at https://hackathon.cathaypacific.com/ for more details.
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[Message from Cathay Pacific]
Calling All University Innovators in Tech and Aviation! |
We sincerely invite you to join the Cathay Hackathon 2025! This year’s event is especially exciting as it will bring together not only students and recent graduates, but also Cathay employees for the first time to explore the future of travel and lifestyle.
Whether you're an experienced developer or simply passionate about technology and aviation, this is your opportunity to explore real-world challenges and make a real impact.
Why join? - Solve real problems in the aviation and travel lifestyle space
- Learn from industry experts through exclusive in-person Master Classes
- Connect with mentors, network with professionals, and grow your career path
- Win amazing prizes, including Cathay Pacific round-trip tickets, up to 100,000 Asia Miles, and fast-track opportunities for our Digital & IT Internship and Graduate Trainee Programmes
Important Dates - Application Deadline: 26 September 23:59 (GMT+8)
- Master Classes: 4 – 25 October
- 24-hour Development Day & Pitching: 15 – 16 November (in-person at Cathay City)
Innovation Experience Day Don’t know where to start? Step into the future with us at the Cathay Hackathon Innovation Experience Day — thrilling experiences and exciting prizes await! - Date: 20 September 14:00 (GMT+8)
- Venue: Tower 2, Qianhai Kerry Centre, Qianhai Avenue, Nanshan Street, Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Cooperation Zone, Shenzhen China
- Remarks:Indicate your interest here. Walk-ins are also welcomed!
Want to be a part of this exciting innovation journey? Visit our official website to submit your individual or group application by 26 September 2025 23:59 (GMT+8) and learn more about the event. Feel free to contact us at hackathon@cathaypacific.com if you have any questions.
Looking forward to meeting everyone there! |
Best regards,
Cathay Hackathon Team |
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Cathay Pacific Airways Limited | Cathay City, 8 Scenic Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong |
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Disclaimer:
- Please note that student participant of this hackathon should be responsible for their own safety while traveling outside of Hong Kong (for students who will participate in the Innovation Experience Day and/or master classes) and should arrange sufficient insurance coverage for the trip(s) to Mainland China. Students should bear the consequences of their decisions for the trip(s).
- Students are responsible for all trip-related expenses. The Faculty will not be liable for any expenses and costs incurred in this hackathon plus the trip(s) to mainland China.
- The data collected is solely administered by the organiser. The Faculty shall not be held liable in the case that disputes, loss or any other situations arise.
