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Leap To Blue Project

Leap To Blue is an Interreg Italy-Croatia project boosting innovation in blue economy SMEs.

With training, B2B networking and cross-border vouchers, it helps 150+ SMEs access new markets, adopt green and digital solutions, and collaborate across borders.

01/06/2026

Bridging the Adriatic for a stronger, smarter Blue Economy!

Filmed during the first regional workshop held in Brindisi, Valeria Patruno from ARTI Puglia discusses an exciting milestone for the Leap To Blue Project! 🌊

She introduces the innovative Cross-Border Voucher Scheme—a unique opportunity that enables Italian and Croatian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to join forces and apply for funding together.

This special tool is all about driving real impact:
✨ More Collaboration: Creating a direct fast-lane for cross-border partnerships.
📈 Business Growth: Increasing the competitiveness of our local maritime economies.
💡 Innovation: Speeding up technology transfer to help businesses modernise.

Check out the full clip below to see how we are supporting the region's blue potential! 🎥👇

Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme

29/05/2026

What an incredible day at the Salone Nautico Venezia! 🛥️✨

Yesterday, in the beautiful context of the Salone Nautico Venezia, the Unioncamere del Veneto team went to promote their work on the blue economy. ⚓
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Congratulation to Giada Bagattin, who gave a fantastic presentation on LEAP TO BLUE and the other exciting Blue Economy projects that Unioncamere del Veneto is bringing to life: DIH InnovaMare and projects and the EIT Water consortium. 📢

Why it was such a great opportunity:
⚓ The Perfect Stage: The Salone Nautico is a unique hub where business, tradition, and environmental innovation meet.
⚓ Putting SMEs First: We shared how our projects are giving small and medium enterprises the tools, funding, and services they need to thrive sustainably.
⚓ Connecting the Dots: Building stronger ties between local businesses and international partners.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined the session and engaged with us. Events like this prove that the transition to a sustainable blue economy relies heavily on collaboration, shared data, and strong regional networks.
And a special thank you to the Camera di Commercio Venezia Rovigo for hosting us!

Check out the photos below to see Giada in action and get a glimpse of the incredible energy at the event! 📸👇

Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme

26/05/2026

Meet our partners: Universities + Local Businesses = A stronger Blue Economy! 🌊💼

How is the Università degli studi di Trieste (University of Trieste -UniTS) driving innovation in our territory? In this video, Prof. Guido Bortoluzzi (Vice Rector for Industrial and Community Relations) explains the real-world value of the Leap To Blue Project 🤝

Through this initiative, the university brings practical, hands-on support to local companies by offering:

🌍 Internationalization services to help businesses expand globally.
📚 Education & training to build tomorrow's skills and foster innovation.
📈 Concrete tools to navigate the transition toward a sustainable blue economy.

Check out the video below to learn more! 🎥👇

20/05/2026

🌊⚡ Puglia’s Blue Economy is growing — and so are the opportunities for SMEs!

Last Friday at “Green Fair - Agorà delle Energie Rinnovabili” in Bari, ARTI Puglia presented the LEAP TO BLUE voucher scheme during a panel dedicated to the Blue Economy as a driver of the energy transition.

📊 In Puglia, the Blue Economy generates more than €4.2 billion in added value and involves over 19,000 companies and 77,000 workers.

With LEAP TO BLUE, SMEs will soon be able to access tailored services for:
⚓ innovation & technology transfer
🌍 internationalisation
🎓 skills development & human capital

Nearly €3 million in vouchers will support cooperation and growth opportunities across the Adriatic area.

🔔 Follow us and stay tuned for upcoming opportunities for SMEs in the Blue Economy!

13/05/2026

That’s a wrap! Highlights from our final workshop in Zadar!

What an incredible energy we had at the University of Zadar (Sveučilište u Zadru) for our 5th and final Regional Workshop of this cycle! 🌊🚢

Swipe through the photos 📸 to see the Leap To Blue Project in action! From intense brainstorming sessions to new cross-border handshakes, here is what went down:

✅ Your Voice, Your Services: We spent the day listening to SMEs to ensure our support services are actually "made-to-measure."
✅ Funding the Future: Breaking down the process for securing business vouchers.
✅ Building Bridges: New connections made between partners from across the Adriatic.

Our main takeaway? The future of Adriatic entrepreneurship is bright, collaborative, and blue!

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Zadar and throughout this first cycle of meetings. We are just getting started!

Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme

06/05/2026

🌊 Turning ideas into funded Blue Economy projects? Yes! 🚀

At LEAP TO BLUE, we strongly believe in the power of cross-border cooperation. That's why we are excited to share an incredible opportunity organized by our friends at the DIH InnovaMare project (Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme 2021-2027)

Introducing the "2026 Co-Creation Journey" by the DIH Innovamare Project, organized and promoted by our partner Unioncamere del Veneto! This workshop cycle aims to turn innovative ideas into at least 10 concrete projects ready for EU funding (like Horizon Europe, Interreg, SBEP, and EMFAF).

Join a powerful network of academia, businesses, and institutions to shape the future of the maritime and tech sectors!

📅 Save these dates (All sessions held in English):
1️⃣ TODAY - May 6 (Online) | 10:00-11:30 CET: Pitching 15 challenges & Matchmaking
2️⃣ May 20 (Online) | 10:00-11:30 CET: Funding sources & Concept note design
3️⃣ June 16 (Hybrid - Šibenik & Online) | 10:00-12:00 CET: Final Conference & Networking!

Step up as a leader in blue innovation!

👉 Register here to confirm your participation: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vBKTKDFNQJCjsXoQZN1Fpg #/registration

🔗 Find more info on the official website: https://www.unioncamereveneto.it/dih-innovamare-al-via-il-2026-co-creation-journey-innovazione-e-progettualita-per-leconomia-blu/

05/05/2026

🎥 What does the Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme thinks of Leap To Blue Project? Let’s hear from the Joint Secretariat! 🌊

Our interview series continues! 🗣️ Today, we are honored to feature Angelo Mason, Head of the Joint Secretariat for the Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme, sharing his thoughts on our mission.

It is incredibly rewarding to hear the Programme's perspective on why our strategic project matters so much for the Adriatic coast.

In this video, he highlights:
🤝 Why Cooperation Matters: Cross-border teamwork is an absolute must-have (and a critical added value!) to face today's blue economy challenges.
📈 Great Progress: We are proud to share that the Programme thinks LEAP TO BLUE is a solid project moving in the right direction!
🚀 Looking Ahead: The ultimate mission is to help our productive system become more competitive, highly innovative, and resilient for the future.

Press play to watch the interview and see how cross-border funds are creating real impact! ▶️👇

30/04/2026

🎥 What drives the LEAP TO BLUE project? 🌊

Listen to Borna Buljan, Project Manager at the University of Zadar (Sveučilište u Zadru - our Lead Partner!), as he explains the vision behind our collaborative work in this interviewrecorded during the first Regional Workshops organized by Università degli studi di Trieste! 🗣️

📣 Stay tuned: This is the very first of many interviews we’ll be sharing to present the project and introduce the amazing partners making it happen!

Here are the key takeaways from his interview:
🌊 Strategic Focus: This is a highly strategic project with the Adriatic coast at its very center.
🤝 True Cooperation: We are successfully sharing challenges and resources with our Italian partners to overcome common hurdles.
🧭 Clear Direction: Aligning with broader blue strategies is essential for our success.
🌱 The Ultimate Goal: By aligning all our efforts, we can achieve true sustainable development for SMEs and all stakeholders across the region.

Press play to hear more about our cross-border mission! ▶️👇

27/04/2026

⏳ TOMORROW! Is your SME ready for the next level? 🌊

We are counting down to the 5th and last LEAP TO BLUE Regional Workshop in Zadar! If you want to grow your business, find new partners, or get help with funding, this is where you need to be. 🚀

What’s in it for you?
- Direct Financial Support: Get exclusive insights on how to secure project vouchers.
- Co-Design Your Services: Influence the creation of tailor-made services that address your specific operational hurdles.
- Cross-Border Synergy: Engage in B2B networking with key partners from Croatia and Italy.

Where & When:
📅 Tuesday, 28th April 2026
🕙 14:30 – 18:00 h
📍 University of Zadar – New Campus (Hall 117) - Ulica dr. Franje Tuđmana 24i

It is the last opportunity (for now) and space is limited, so make sure to grab your spot today! Let’s build a stronger Adriatic economy together.

🔗 Sign up here: https://mairos.org/news/leap-to-blue-zadar-regional-workshop-for-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises/

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