The second annual Curtin Spark Challenge Innovation Pitch Competition, held at Thai Airways International headquarters, was a huge success. More than 150 students from 16 leading Thai high schools came together to develop solutions for the “Future of Transport.”

Launched by Global Curtin, the Curtin Spark Challenge aims to inspire future global talent through an entrepreneurship masterclass and an exciting innovation pitch competition. The program allows students from Thailand and other key regions to explore study opportunities at Curtin, while fostering innovation and helping to shape the next generation of industry leaders.

Samsen Wittayalai School took home the top prize with their EV, solar-boosted Long Boat solution, designed to ease congestion and reduce environmental impact in Thailand’s floating markets and tourist hubs. As winners, they’ll have the chance to visit Curtin’s Bentley campus later this year, thanks to Thai Airways.

Thank you to Professor Xiaotian Zhang, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Global; Professor Subra Ananthram, Dean of Learning and Teaching (Business and Law); Ben Williams, Deputy Director of Global Recruitment; and everyone who contributed to making this program such a success.

Large group of people in rows smiling and laughing on a stage. Confetti is falling down on and around them.
Professor Xiaotian Zhang (second row, eighth from right) and Korakot Chatasingha, Thai Airways Group Chief Commercial Officer (second row, ninth from right) with Curtin staff and Thai Airways representatives alongside Challenge participants.