LEAP TO BLUE: Zadar Regional Workshop for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Are you a small or medium-sized enterprise looking to innovate, grow, and explore new opportunities in the blue economy?

The University of Zadar invites you to the LEAP TO BLUE regional workshop for SME Mapping and Education, taking place on April 28, 2026 (14:30 – 18:00) in Zadar, at the New Campus of the University of Zadar (Hall 117).

About the Project

This workshop is organized within the LEAP TO BLUE project, co-funded by the Interreg Italy–Croatia Programme. The project supports SMEs in the blue economy sector in adopting innovative solutions, strengthening cross-border cooperation, and accessing tailored support services through a dedicated voucher scheme.

Objectives of the Workshop:

• To present the voucher allocation process and the cross-border partner search process to companies.
• To identify the specific services that companies are most interested in.

Who is the Workshop Intended For?

The workshop is intended for Croatian companies in the blue economy sector, potential service providers within the voucher scheme, higher education and research organizations, business support organizations, and local, regional, and national public authorities.

The goal is to provide participants with a space for dialogue and networking, as well as to gather feedback to identify appropriate services that meet the actual needs of the market.

Additional Information:

• Language: The working language of the workshop is Croatian, with interpretation available ( English and Italian).
• Networking: Participants will have the opportunity to network and exchange experiences.
• Registration: Please fill out the registration form below.

More details and the full agenda are available [here].

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