A single focus – innovation applied to the maritime economy – yet many different directions. The Seafuture formula has, in fact, consistently proved successful in fostering connections and synergies between major national and international players, SMEs, representatives from the academic and research communities, innovative start-ups, and marine and maritime technology clusters, as well as in promoting and consolidating strategic relationships and exchanges designed to strengthen and enhance the economic position and competitiveness of the national economy. For the 2025 edition too, the call for applications is back, aimed at innovative start-ups interested in taking part in the event, launched by Ibg – Italian Blue Growth, in collaboration with the Ligurian Marine Technology District.

The call for applications, which closes on On 31 March 2025 at 5.00 pm, it will select the start-ups deemed most deserving, two of which will be able to take part in Seafuture 2025 free of charge, whilst the remaining start-ups will be able to attend the exhibition at a fixed, reduced rate of 1,000 euros each. Start-ups wishing to apply must be active in the following areas of expertise: marine and maritime technologies / automation, defence, cyber & security, underwater technology, logistics, environmental sustainability, data analysis and monitoring, predictive maintenance, communication and connectivity, and artificial intelligence. Companies may apply exclusively by completing the online application form published on the website www.seafuture.it

 The start-ups selected to take part in Seafuture 2025 will have access to specific services, including a dedicated, fully-fitted stand, pitching sessions and networking opportunities to present their business to an audience of entrepreneurs and corporate decision-makers, as well as various opportunities for visibility linked to the event. Among this year’s new features is the opportunity for these selected companies to take part in B2B meetings via the dedicated platform.

“The Blue Economy is one of the main drivers of development in our country; it has the potential to harness extraordinary technical, entrepreneurial and scientific knowledge and skills, and to generate innovation and new added value through research and new technologies linked to defence, the ecological transition and the digital transition – the organisers explain -. “Using this initiative as a catalyst for innovation and knowledge is the challenge we aim to meet: a driving force to generate ideas, products and services, and to provide significant support for the development of start-ups.”