EU PROJECTS
TOFOLA
EU PROJECT TOFOLA – TOURISM IN THE FORESTS AND GREEN LAGOONS OF THE ADRIATIC THROUGH HISTORIC WOODEN BOATS
The TOFOLA project was submitted under the Interreg Italy–Croatia 2021–2027 Programme, strategic priority – culture and tourism for sustainable development, specific objective 4.1 – enhancing the role of culture and sustainable tourism in economic development, social inclusion and innovation.
Lead Partner:
CONSORTIA CENTRE (IT)
Project Partners:
- Istrian Development Agency – IDA Ltd. (HR)
- LAGUNA S.N.C. of Azzalin Celestino C. (IT)
- MARSERVIS Ltd. (HR)
- University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies (HR)
- University of Padua (IT)
- Veneto Agricoltura (IT)
- Wood Services Forestry Cluster FVG (IT)
Project Objectives:
- Diversification of the tourism offer in the North Adriatic area
- Promotion of natural materials in traditional wooden shipbuilding
- Development of new sustainable nautical itineraries
- Reconstruction of traditional vessels using ICT tools
- Cross-border educational and training activities
Role of MARSERVIS:
Restoration of the traditional Istrian batana and development of a replica using natural composite materials to demonstrate the integration of tradition and sustainable materials of the future. The replica will be digitally documented to preserve drawings and technical knowledge.
Luciano Beg
+385 98 254 903
info@marservis.hr
EIT URBAN MOBILITY
Our company has been supported by EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. Learn more here: www.eiturbanmobility.eu The support consisted in mentoring for the pitch deck development, as part of a programme of the Regional Innovation Scheme: https://www.eiturbanmobility.eu/ris/
IRI 2 - PROeco 60
PROeco is an eco catamaran partially built from natural, environmentally friendly materials and powered by solar energy, representing a significant advancement in global marine research and development.
The 19-meter-long and 7.5-meter-wide vessel is designed to carry 100 passengers with two crew members. It is powered by electric propulsion and built using bio-composites, significantly reducing environmental impact.
The project aligns with future shipbuilding trends requiring reduced energy consumption and high environmental standards. Through continuous investment in sustainable vessel construction, Marservis aims to position itself as a leader in sustainable shipbuilding.
ECOCUBE – CERTIFICATION
The EcoCube certification project ensures internationally recognised quality and safety standards, enabling access to new markets and strengthening competitiveness.
- Increase in revenue and exports
- Strengthening of company capacities
- Increased innovation and competitiveness
- Contribution to environmental sustainability
Total project value: €77,679.46
EU support: €46,607.00
Implementation period: 02 June 2025 – 02 December 2026
SPIN-ECOCRUISE 9
Development of an innovative 9-meter passenger vessel made from bio-composite materials, equipped with electric propulsion and photovoltaic panels.
The project promotes sustainable development in nautical tourism through energy-efficient and environmentally friendly vessels.
Total project value: €1,494,117.53
EU support: €867,526.71
Implementation period: 01 January 2025 – 31 December 2027