Supporting innovation in SMEs in the nautical and port-logistics sectors

Intesa Sanpaolo, through the Fondo Sei (Sviluppo ecosistemi innovativi) fund of Neva Sgr, the Group's venture capital company, has taken part in the 'Venture Builder di Filiera Nautica e Logistico-Portuale' project, promoted by CDP Venture Capital and dedicated to the digital transition of Italian SMEs operating in the nautical and logistical-port sectors.

The aim of the project is to create 10 new companies in 3 years, that will develop products and services in the shipbuilding, yachting, cruise and port logistics sectors, helping to bridge technology gaps and keep SMEs operating in the sector competitive.

With an initial budget of €8.7 million, the project has target funding of around €70 million.

The Intesa Sanpaolo Group, through the consultancy of Intesa Sanpaolo Innovation Center (an innovation company that controls Neva Sgr), will also support the interaction between the project management and the ecosystem of SMEs belonging to the production chains involved.

Investors, leading companies and institutions such as the Friuli-Venezia Giulia Region, the Municipality of Genoa, the Compagnia di San Paolo Foundation, Friulia, Confindustria Genoa, Bridgemaker, Cariplo Factory, Fincantieri, and PSA Italy are also taking part in the initiative.