Faros Accelerator

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FAROS is the first Italian accelerator dedicated to startups in the blue economy.

A member of the National Accelerators Network promoted by CDP Venture Capital SGR, FAROS was created to promote a resilient, innovative and sustainable blue economy.

The accelerator aims to enhance the Italian entrepreneurial ecosystem within the Blue Economy by fostering innovation for the optimization of port activities and sustainable shipping.

FAROS supports the protection and restoration of marine ecosystems while encouraging the responsible use of their resources. Additionally, it advocates for the use of ocean data and the advancement of marine energy systems.

Our areas of innovation:

Ocean Data

intelligent systems and innovative technologies to collect and evaluate data from the sea and oceans for monitoring and forecasting activities

Ocean Energy Systems

development of sustainable energy systems from renewable sources, including onshore and offshore technologies and innovative energy storage solutions

Sea Health & Restoration

prevention, protection, restoration and monitoring of the marine environment and ecosystem using nature-based solutions

Smart Ports & Green
Shipping

digital and automated processes to optimise port activities, improve safety and reduce carbon emissions (decarbonisation) of maritime transport

Shipbuilding

innovative processes, technologies and products for a more sustainable shipbuilding and shipping industry

Coastal Tourism
& Cultural Activities

services for the development of more sustainable tourism with a view to generating positive social, economic and environmental impact

Sustainable Aquaculture

breeding and processing of fish and aquatic products aimed at reducing environmental impacts and protecting aquatic species

Disruptive Uses of Blue
Resources

use and transformation of natural marine resources into innovative and disruptive industrial applications and processes

THE HUBS

FAROS operates at national and international level, promoting its acceleration programme through two important territorial hubs: Taranto and La Spezia.