Faros is a major Accelerator based in Taranto dedicated to the most innovative and disruptive blue economy startups.
Faros is an Accelerator promoted by CDP Venture Capital SGR, in partnership with the Port Network Authority of the Ionian Sea – Port of Taranto and managed by the certified incubator and accelerator a|cube.
Faros is an Accelerator dedicated to startups that aim at developing sustainable, disruptive and environmentally responsible solutions in the field of blue economy and harbour innovation.
Acceleration
program
Open innovation
pilot projects
Pre-seed equity investment
up to € 65.000
Faros aims at strengthening the relationship between startups, corporate stakeholders and public administration throughout the development of a more comprehensive value chain in the field of the blue economy, putting innovation at the heart of processes, governance and outputs.
Who we are looking for
Faros Accelerator Program addresses startups operating in the field of blue economy, harbour innovation, blue growth and ocean industry that aim at implementing processes, activities, services and products in a sustainable approach.
Find more details on eligible startups here:
- Sustainable marine resources
- Maritime Transport
- Port activities and infrastructures
- Coastal tourism, sport and culture
Program info
Acceleration program (up to 16 weeks)
Masterclasses, one-to-one coaching activities, mentoring and stakeholder engagement
Open innovation activities for pilot projects
Corporate partners and startups will collaborate in order to test innovative solutions on-site, aiming at building the foundations for a long-term business and environmentally responsible impact
Pre-seed equity investment up to € 65.000
And potential seed and follow-on investments
- Free office space in Taranto for the whole duration of the program
- Tailor-made events, such as pitching and investor day
- Networking activities with national and international stakeholders and access to tailor-made events
Faros Acceleration Program will be delivered both online and on-site between March and July 2022. Pilot projects will be delivered in July 2022.
applications
The call to join the first edition of Faros acceleration program
closed on February 15, 2022
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