DIH InnovaMare Final Conference

The Final Conference of the DIH InnovaMare project will take place on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Adria Tech Technology Park in Šibenik.

Funded under the Italy–Croatia Cross-Border Cooperation Programme, the DIH InnovaMare project has contributed to strengthening the cross-border innovation ecosystem in the field of the blue economy by encouraging cooperation among key stakeholders from Croatia and Italy.

The conference will present the main project results and pilot activities developed within the project, with a special focus on the future of financing innovation in the blue economy. The event will also open a discussion on the further development of the blue economy innovation ecosystem in the Adriatic region, particularly in relation to financing mechanisms and available investment opportunities.

The event will bring together representatives of the public sector, financial institutions, innovation organizations, academia, and industry from Croatia and Italy. Participants will have the opportunity to explore possibilities for future cooperation and the development of new financial instruments, including blue funds, blue bonds, blended finance models, and other innovative financing mechanisms.

The Final Conference of the DIH InnovaMare project will provide an important platform for exchanging knowledge, experiences, and ideas aimed at supporting the continued growth of the blue economy innovation ecosystem in the Adriatic region.

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Registration for the conference is open until 10 June 2026. Please complete the registration form below to confirm your participation.