The Saudi Water Authority announced today, as part of the Innovation in Water Sustainability Conference, the results of the “Miyahthon 2025” challenge, following the completion of evaluation and judging phases and the selection of the most feasible solutions in the fields of water, desalination, treatment, and water infrastructure management.
Launched over the past months, “Miyahthon” attracted more than 1,500 participants in the initial phase, with over 60 teams advancing to the in-person stage. The program also delivered 106 technical and entrepreneurial advisory sessions with the participation of 22 specialized experts, forming an intensive track for developing solutions and business models.
During the event, 13 winning teams were honored in the current edition. Based on their evaluation results, the winners will advance to incubation and accelerator programs managed by the Saudi Water Innovation Center, with the aim of developing prototypes, transforming them into scalable commercial projects, and strengthening the presence of national technologies in the water sector.
Launched over the past months, “Miyahthon” attracted more than 1,500 participants in the initial phase, with over 60 teams advancing to the in-person stage
This year’s winning teams presented a range of innovative solutions, including Separation Membrane Innovation (SMI), Ratq, Smart Core, AquaVolt, VibraFlow, Mezan for Technical Solutions, as well as AquaTwin, NuPlasTec, Hesn, Smart Green Solutions, HYDROMINE, Earth Pulse, and Innovation Door.
“Miyahthon” is one of the national initiatives designed to enable researchers and entrepreneurs to transform innovative ideas into practical, implementable solutions through an integrated ecosystem that includes mentorship, business model development, and access to incubation and investment programs, in addition to linking innovators with government entities and the private sector.
The initiative supports emerging technologies in low-energy desalination, water reuse, and smart infrastructure solutions, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a hub for advanced water technologies and contributing to future-focused solutions that enhance resource sustainability and strengthen the national innovation ecosystem.
