Innovation Challenges

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IMDA Open Innovation Call 26
Challenge Owner(s)
National University Health System (NUHS), Choon Huat Engineering, Ministry of Education (MOE), Thryve Innovation CoLab (powered byYara), Thales, SATA CommHealth, Eco Mobility Equipment / UBS Assets, ThinkSME, Nanyang Polytechnic, Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
, PolyU, OUE Limited, DHL
Organiser(s) Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
Industry Type(s)
Agri-tech, Digital/ICT, Education Services, Logistics, Urban Solutions
Opportunities and Support Over S$2M prize monies
Application Start Date 7 July 2025
Application End Date 15 August 2025
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IMDA Open Innovation Call 26

Stand to win over S$2M in prize monies from organisations like DHL, OUE Limited, MOE and more. Solve real-world challenges across aviation, education, healthcare and beyond — from smart process automation and real-time monitoring to immersive learning technologies. Don’t miss this opportunity to apply your tech where it matters.

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Challenge Owner(s)Thryve Innovation CoLab (powered byYara)
Industry Types(s)
Digital/ICT, Urban Solutions

AUTOMATED COST-EFFICIENT DATA COLLECTION OF ACCURATE SMALLHOLDER FARM BOUNDARIES

How might we map smallholder farm boundaries with high accuracy in a scalable and cost-effective manner?

What We Are Looking For

Thryve Innovation CoLab is looking for a solution that can collect farm boundary data of smallholder farms less than 2 hectares in size, with the intention to enable Yara to deliver enhanced product and service offerings with more targeted, timely insights (e.g. on soil and nutrient use efficiency), and at lower cost to smallholder farmers. The collected data is intended to be synthesised with Yara’s existing datasets (e.g., farm size, map coordinates, past purchases) to develop a more accurate farmer profile. Solvers may also propose entirely new solutions and technologies that are not built upon Yara’s existing in-house apps and/or are from different industries with technology that is transferrable to the agricultural industry.

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Challenge Owner(s)Thales
Industry Types(s)
Air Transport, Digital/ICT

ENABLING DATA EXCHANGE AND DATA-DRIVEN DECISION-MAKING FOR EFFICIENT AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

How might we enable air traffic management stakeholders to share critical operational data for enhanced collaboration, planning and efficiency, without compromising data sovereignty and security?

What We Are Looking For

AIR Lab is looking for a solution that allows ATM stakeholders like air navigation service providers (ANSPs), airlines, airports, and regulators to selectively share critical operational data and insights that can help enhance efficiency in airspace management, operational decision-making and long-term planning, without compromising data security and sensitivity. Solutions which have demonstrated successful application in industries involving sensitive data (e.g. finance, healthcare, energy etc.) will be favourably reviewed.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Thales
Industry Types(s)
Air Transport, Digital/ICT

ENABLING SMART AUTOMATION OF WORKFLOWS FOR EFFICIENT AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

How might we provide air traffic controllers and other air traffic management stakeholders with automated support and smart recommendations to reduce their cognitive loads, streamline routine tasks, and improve decision-making speed for more efficient air traffic management?

What We Are Looking For

AIR Lab is looking for a smart automation solution to assist air navigation service providers (ANSPs) in handling complex airspace operations with greater accuracy, speed and efficiency, while maintaining human oversight and regulatory compliance. Solutions which have been successfully deployed in high-complexity operational environments where safety and accuracy are critical will be favourably reviewed.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Eco Mobility Equipment / UBS Assets
Industry Types(s)
Air Transport, Digital/ICT

GREEN FLEET INTELLIGENCE: AUTOMATED SCHEDULING FOR GROUND ASSETS SUPPORT OPERATIONS

How might we design a smart scheduling system that maximises the utilisation of EME's electric ground support assets while preventing charging-related bottlenecks, to meet strict service level agreements in airport operations?

 

What We Are Looking For

EME seeks a comprehensive solution that centralises and optimises asset deployment, combining both job scheduling and charging management for its electric ground support fleet. This solution must account for multiple complex operational factors to ensure efficient airport operations.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Eco Mobility Equipment / UBS Assets
Industry Types(s)Air Transport

SMART MONITORING OF OPERATOR COMPLIANCE TO SAFETY STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES

How might we develop a monitoring solution that encourages and rewards operators' adherence to safety protocols, whilst safeguarding electric cargo handling equipment and maintaining operational standards?

What We Are Looking For

EME seeks a comprehensive solution that monitors equipment operators through smart behaviour tracking and analysis, logs noncompliance cases and provides real-time warning to operators to resolve the issue. 

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Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

STREAMLINING DATA TO UNIFY MULTI-BUSINESS UNITS PERFORMANCE REPORTING

How might we transform a fragmented performance reporting system into an automated solution that seamlessly integrates data from multiple sources, validates information, and delivers standardised reports across all business units?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner is seeking a digital solution to automate their monthly CIP reporting process across 14 business units. The solution should seamlessly integrate data from multiple systems (including SAP, COSMIC, and Glint), perform automated validation checks, and generate standardised reports. The ideal solution should eliminate manual data consolidation, reduce human error, streamline workflow approvals, and provide real-time visibility of KPIs covering safety, quality, and operational performance metrics.

 

Challenge Owner(s)DHL
Industry Types(s)Logistics

AUTOMATED INVENTORY MANAGEMENT FOR CONSIGNED MEDICAL DEVICES

How might we develop an innovative solution for inventory management of medical devices on consignment so as to improve operational efficiency and real-time visibility to manufacturer clients?

What We Are Looking For

DHL is seeking an innovation solution that enables them to efficiently and accurately manage consigned medical device inventory across multiple medical facilities.

 

 

Challenge Owner(s)Ministry of Education (MOE)
Industry Types(s)Education Services

INTERACTIVE DIGITAL LEARNING ECOSYSTEM TO ENABLE SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING FOR DIVERSE LEARNERS

How might we provide students with engaging and personalised learning experiences as they interact with digital learning materials that are adaptive to their diverse needs?

 

What We Are Looking For

MOE is seeking a digital solution that can effectively present existing learning materials in a well- structured way through a central system that connects different topics and resources. The solution should enable students to engage with and understand relevant content and relationships between concepts in an interactive and engaging way. The solution is intended to support the learning of secondary school students aged between 12 to 18, during classroom lessons and outside the classroom (for example, homework, revision and further exploration). Problem solvers should avoid proposing solutions based on direct digitisations of print materials or constructing learning management systems that focus on teacher-managed lesson delivery and lesson administration instead of interactive content delivery. Solutions based on AR/VR should be avoided, as they may not support the desired learning outcomes.
 

 

Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

REAL-TIME MONITORING SYSTEM FOR SMARTER AND SAFER E-WASTE COLLECTION

How might we enable real-time visibility into e-waste bin conditions and collection operations for timely, data-driven decision-making to optimise resource allocation, prevent overflows, and enhance safety across the network? 

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner is seeking a smart bin monitoring solution that provides real-time visibility into the fill levels and temperatures of its e-waste collection bins. 

 

 

Challenge Owner(s)Nanyang Polytechnic
Industry Types(s)Education Services

SMART INNOVATION MANAGEMENT PLATFORM

How might we create an intuitive and integrated platform that empowers NYP staff to seamlessly initiate, track, and be recognised for innovation efforts while fostering cross-campus collaboration?

What We Are Looking For

NYP seeks a smart solution that:
• Streamlines innovation management processes which includes project initiation, approvals,
tracking, etc.
• Enhances visibility of innovation efforts, fostering a stronger culture of innovation and
collaboration across the institution.
• Enhances staff recognition

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Challenge Owner(s)ThinkSME
Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

DEPLOYING INTELLIGENT WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

How might we optimise Think SME's Corporate Secretariat operations through enhanced form creation, document management, compliance workflows and client servicing, enabling the administrative team to reduce manual effort, minimise errors and dedicate more time to value-added, client-focused initiatives?

What Are We Looking For

Think SME is seeking an innovative solution that fundamentally reimagines their corporate secretariat processes. The ideal solution should offer a flexible, user-friendly system that empowers administrative staff to independently manage and modify forms, streamline document workflows, and automate compliance processes. Beyond mere technical functionality, the solution should demonstrate a clear understanding of corporate secretariat operations and provide intuitive tools that reduce manual intervention whilst maintaining regulatory compliance. This would enable Think SME's team to transition from spending countless hours on repetitive tasks to focusing on strategic client relationships and service excellence.

 

Challenge Owner(s)SATA CommHealth
Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

DIGITAL MENTAL WELLNESS ASSISTANT FOR MIGRANT WORKERS

How might we provide migrant workers with a trusted digital mental wellness assistant that empowers them to build up mental health literacy and access mental health services without compromising their privacy?

What We Are Looking For

SATA CommHealth is looking for a solution that supports migrant workers in building up mental health literacy, detecting mental health conditions and finding suitable mental health services in a trusted manner that maintains their privacy. The solution is intended to be both a hub that consolidates mental healthcare resources and services, as well as an interactive platform that encourages user engagement.

 

Challenge Owner(s)PolyU
Industry Types(s)
Digital/ICT, Education Services

AI-DRIVEN STARTUP EVALUATION & INCUBATION INTELLIGENCE ENGINE

How might we build a centralised intelligence system that enables KTEO to perform data-driven startup evaluation, integrating insights on research relevance, IP strength, founder readiness, and faculty engagement, to support faster, more consistent, and strategic decision-making?

What We Are Looking For

PolyU’s Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office (KTEO) is seeking a centralised, AI-powered intelligence platform to support the data-driven triaging, evaluation and tracking of university-affiliated startup ventures.

 

 

Challenge Owner(s)OUE Limited
Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

UNIFIED INTELLIGENT GUEST ROOM MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR CLIMATE CONTROL

How might we intelligently optimise in-room temperature, air quality, lighting, and noise levels to enhance guest comfort, improve operational efficiency, and support zero-energy hotel operations?

What We Are Looking For

OUE Limited is seeking an integrated and intelligent Guest Room Management System (GRMS) solution capable of optimising in-room climate conditions – including air quality, humidity, temperature, noise and lighting– according to pre-defined ideal comfort levels as well as real-time guest preferences. The GRMS should operate seamlessly and unobtrusively, automatically adjusting room conditions without requiring manual intervention or disrupting the guest experience.
Challenge Owner(s)National University Health System (NUHS)
Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

IMMERSIVE FIRE PREPAREDNESS TRAINING FOR THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL (NUH)

How might we develop an immersive game-based simulation solution that is accessible to all staff and is able to effectively provide fire safety training for fire emergency scenarios in a realistic training environment?

What We Are Looking For

NUH is seeking an innovative, game-based immersive digital fire resilience training solution that provides realistic simulations of fire emergency scenarios. With the use of gamification principles such as role-specific missions, progressive difficulty levels, multiplayer scenarios, real-time feedback, and competitive elements to create engaging and interactive experience that enhance learning retention and decision-making skills across all staff roles. The solution aims to complement existing physical fire drills while eventually replacing the current e-learning module, transforming fire preparedness training into an immersive, adaptive game experience that significantly improves staff readiness, confidence, and competence in handling real-world fire emergencies throughout the hospital. The solution should primarily focus on delivery through computers and smart devices (e.g. mobile phones and tablets), with AR/VR capabilities as an optional enhancement.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Choon Huat Engineering
Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

AUTOMATED PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT FLEET

How might we develop a solution for predictive maintenance of construction equipment by leveraging and building on equipment servicing and repair data, thereby improving service reliability and reducing the need for unforeseen emergency servicing? 

What We Are Looking For

Choon Huat Engineering is seeking a solution to provide them with predictive maintenance capabilities for identifying and addressing potential equipment failures before they lead to breakdowns, minimising unplanned downtime. Proactive maintenance and early intervention can also extend the lifespan of equipment by addressing issues before they escalate into bigger problems, significantly reducing overall maintenance costs.
Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Education Services

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

SIMULATION-BASED TRAINING SOLUTION TO ENHANCE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SILTY WATER TREATMENT PLANTS

How might we develop a realistic simulated training solution to help Earth Control Measures Officers improve skill retention, build confidence in operating and maintaining Silty Water Treatment Plants, reduce supplier reliance, and prevent legal discharge violations?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner seeks an immersive training solution that enhances ECMOs’ competency in SWTP operations and maintenance through realistic simulations. The solution should incorporate a comprehensive range of SWTPs with different configurations, operating scenarios and interactive functions to create an immersive and effective learning experience, equipping ECMOs and QECPs with the necessary skills to perform their roles proficiently.

 

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Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Education Services

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

SIMULATION-BASED CODE BLUE TRAINING FOR NURSES

How might we help nurses enhance resuscitation skills, strengthen decision-making under pressure, and receive timely feedback through a realistic, engaging, and simulation-based team environment to boost their proficiency and preparedness for Code Blue situations?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner is looking for a simulation-based training solution to enhance Code Blue competency levels for nurses. The solution is intended to provide realistic practice opportunities for nurses while supporting both individual and team-based learning

 

Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Education Services

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

BUILDING LASTING INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL HABITS WITH IMMERSIVE, REAL-TIME LEARNING

How might we drive sustained behaviour change in critical infection prevention practices by enabling healthcare workers to internalise correct habits, receive real-time feedback, and translate learning into consistent, high-quality performance at the point of care?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner seeks a Solution Partner with proven healthcare domain expertise, strong technical capabilities, and a demonstrated track record of innovation and impeccable project delivery. The partner must adhere to all data protection and security regulations and offer a solution with clear long-term commercial viability and sustainability.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Digital/ICT

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

DRIVING SAFE AND CONSISTENT TERMINAL OPERATIONS THROUGH ADAPTIVE LEARNING AND WORKPLACE-INTEGRATED COMPETENCY ASSURANCE

How might we build an adaptive, competency development and assurance solution that empowers terminal operators to perform work safely, confidently, and consistently to strengthen performance, reduce operational risk, and drive operational excellence across terminals?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner is looking for a scalable solution that provides adaptive, competency-based training and assurance for operational staff in the petrochemical storage and logistics industry. The solution must support varied learner profiles, shorten time-to-competency, and enhance individual and organisational performance across terminals.

 

 

 

Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Education Services

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

INTELLIGENT CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR INDUSTRY-ALIGNED COURSES

How might we develop an intelligent solution to streamline the review and updating of training curricula, ensure continued relevance and regulatory compliance, and deliver customised learning experiences that enhance learners' satisfaction and learning effectiveness?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner seeks an intelligent curriculum development solution to transform the traditional curriculum review and update process. The solution should improve operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, support scalable customisation across various WSQ courses, and increase learners’ satisfaction.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Education Services

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

TRANSFORMING CUSTOMER SERVICE THROUGH ADAPTIVE AND REAL-TIME LEARNING

How might we empower staff to deliver consistent, high-quality service through real-time knowledge access and continuous learning, while reducing response times and improving both team confidence and customer satisfaction?

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner is looking for an intelligent learning solution that enhances their customer service team's ability to deliver consistent, high-quality service through real-time knowledge access and continuous learning capabilities. The solution should seamlessly integrate with their existing customer service hotline system, enabling real-time learning and support during actual customer interactions.

 

Challenge Owner(s)Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Industry Types(s)Education Services

Note: For Solvers exploring any of the seven challenges by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), please note that the submission deadline is on 1 August 2025, 4pm SGT. Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your solutions in time. 

TRANSFORMING HOSPITALITY LEARNING THROUGH APPLIED AND COLLABORATIVE INSIGHT

How might we turn academic research into actionable learning through a collaborative platform that connects hospitality professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs? 

What We Are Looking For

The Challenge Owner is seeking a solution partner who is deeply attuned to the evolving needs of the hospitality education and service sector to co-create a solution that bridges the gaps between academic research, hospitality professionals, and entrepreneurship to transform untapped knowledge into practical solutions. The solution partner should bring a strong track record in designing and implementing innovative learning experiences, particularly those that address complex challenges involving multiple stakeholder groups (academia, industry, entrepreneurs, and young professionals).