Study Visits – DIH InnovaMare & MareSkill Projects

We are pleased to invite you to participate in a study visit to leading stakeholders in the blue economy sector, organized within the framework of the DIH InnovaMare and MareSkill projects, co-financed by the Interreg Italy–Croatia 2021–2027 Programme.

The study visit is organized by the Croatian Chamber of Economy, the lead partner of the DIH InnovaMare project, in collaboration with the MareSkill Lead Partner Šibenik University of Applied Sciences and project partners from Croatia and Italy. The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation between the business sector, research institutions, and public stakeholders, fostering innovation, sustainability, and knowledge exchange in the field of marine technologies and the blue economy.

During the visits, participants will have the opportunity to:

• Gain first-hand insight into the operations, infrastructure, and expertise of key companies and institutions;
• Explore opportunities for future collaboration in developing innovative and sustainable solutions;
• Engage in dialogue on challenges related to innovation, technology transfer, and skills development in the blue economy sector.

Event details:

• Locations: Zadar & Šibenik, Croatia
• Dates: 4–5 December 2025
• Participants: Project partners, SMEs, research institutions, and stakeholders from Croatia and Italy
• Language: English

View the agenda here.

Confirm your participation by 25 November 2025.

These activities form part of the joint efforts of the DIH InnovaMare and MareSkill projects to build and expand a cross-border innovation ecosystem that connects research, technology, and industry in the blue economy.

We look forward to your participation and to an engaging exchange of ideas and experiences during the study visits.