what we offer

FAROS aims to strengthen the relationship between startups, companies and a broad ecosystem of stakeholders by contributing to the creation of a value chain in the blue economy, thanks to an approach that puts innovation at the heart of processes, governance and results.

what we offer

FAROS aims to strengthen the relationship between startups, companies and a broad ecosystem of stakeholders by contributing to the creation of a value chain in the blue economy, thanks to an approach that puts innovation at the heart of processes, governance and results.

Selected startups will have access to:

Acceleration path

Masterclasses and lessons, testimonials, knowledge sharing, sprint sessions with specialised tutors, one-to-one consulting activities

Workspace

Available to startups at the accelerator's premises in Taranto and La Spezia for the duration of the programme

Investment up to 65.000€

Investment in the form of a convertible bond with potential seed and follow-on investments between 200.000 € and 275.000 €

Open innovation

Consultancy and mentoring for startups to design and implement pilot projects (POC) with industrial partners

The acceleration programme will take place both remotely and on-site between November 2023 and February 2024.  

Activities will be carried out in the Hub assigned to each startup, with the exception of events and networking opportunities that may take place in the other Hub of the accelerator. 

Due to the international character of the programme, teaching materials will be delivered in English. Depending on the nationality of the selected startups, lessons may be delivered in Italian or English.

Acceleration path

Masterclasses and lessons, testimonials, knowledge sharing, sprint sessions with specialised tutors, one-to-one consulting activities

investment up to 65.000€

Investment in the form of a convertible bond with potential seed and follow-on investments between 200.000 and 275.000 €

Open innovation

Consultancy and mentoring for startups to design and implement pilot projects (POC) with industrial partners

Workspace

Available to startups at the accelerator's premises in Taranto and La Spezia for the duration of the programme

The acceleration programme will take place both remotely and on-site between November 2023 and February 2024.

Activities will be carried out in the Hub assigned to each startup, with the exception of events and networking opportunities that may take place in the other Hub of the accelerator.

Due to the international character of the programme, teaching materials will be delivered in English. Depending on the nationality of the selected startups, lessons may be delivered in Italian or English. 

what we are looking for

Faros is looking for Italian and international startups operating in the field of blue economy, port innovation, resources and marine ecosystem with sustainable business models.

The second Call for Startups aims, by means of the two FAROS Hubs, to accelerate
realities that offer solutions in the following areas of innovation

what we are looking for

Faros is looking for Italian and international startups operating in the field of blue economy, port
innovation, resources and marine ecosystem with sustainable business models.

The second Call for Startups aims, by means of the two FAROS Hubs, to accelerate realities that offer solutions in the following areas of innovation

intelligent systems and innovative technologies for collecting, monitoring and evaluating data from the sea and oceans

creation of an energy mix based on ocean resources

prevention, protection, restoration and monitoring of the marine environment and ecosystem

digital and automated processes for the optimisation of port activities and the decarbonisation of maritime transport

innovative and sustainable processes in the shipbuilding industry

innovative services for the development of a more sustainable tourism chain

farming and processing of fish, algae and molluscs for the food chain

using natural marine resources in innovative and disruptive industrial applications and processes

timeline

timeline

29 May – 27 August

Sept- Oct 2023

November 2023

Nov 2023 – March 2024

March 2024

call for startup

Selection of startups

welcome day

Acceleration programme and pilot project

demo day

29 May – 27 August 2023

call for startup

September – October 2023

Selection of startups

November 2023

welcome day

November 2023 – March 2024

Acceleration programme and pilot project development

March 2024

demo day

29 May – 27 August

Sept – Oct 2023

November 2023

Nov 2023 – March 2024

March 2024

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Call for startups

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Selection of startups

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Welcome Day

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Acceleration programme and pilot project

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Demo Day

Apply

apply

THE CALL FOR STARTUPS FOR THE 2ND BATCH CLOSED ON AUGUST 27.

Follow us to find out what’s new in the accelerator programme.

THE CALL FOR STARTUPS FOR THE 2ND BATCH CLOSED ON AUGUST 27.

Follow us to find out what’s new in the accelerator programme.

Read the regulations for more specific information on eligible startups, selection criteria, application and investment terms

Fill in your application on the F6S platform

The Call closes on 27 August 2023

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