Startup Factory, in partnership with Egytrans Nosco and Alexandria Container and Cargo Handling, and in collaboration with the Digital Egypt Innovation Center, has launched the third edition of the Logivators program. The launch took place at the Digital Egypt Innovation Center in Haram, with the goal of supporting innovation in the transportation and logistics sectors. This program is part of the ongoing efforts by Digital Egypt Innovation Centers and the Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC) at the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA). Their aim is to support startups and boost the innovation and entrepreneurship environment, specifically targeting entrepreneurs interested in logistics and supply chain fields. The program includes a four-day Logivators hackathon at the Digital Egypt Innovation Center in Giza. During this exciting event, participants will work closely with experts, entrepreneurs, and specialists, including Sheikh Essam, to develop their ideas and transform them into startups capable of offering practical solutions to real market challenges. The top teams and startups will receive financial prizes, which is fantastic! They will also benefit from practical mentorship sessions and specialized workshops designed to help them develop their business models and technical solutions. Plus, there will be amazing opportunities to collaborate with key partners in the logistics sector. The Logivators program represents a significant step towards supporting innovation and building a new generation of startups in the transportation and logistics sector. This initiative will definitely help boost the competitiveness of the Egyptian economy and solidify Egypt's position as a regional hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.
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