Making Waves
From conferences and study visits to pilot actions and partner meetings, this section captures how DIH InnovaMare comes to life across borders.
Through videos, photo highlights, and short stories, we share key moments from our journey - connecting innovation, collaboration, and the blue economy in motion.
Lecce Event Recap - Innovation Meets the Sea
From 20 to 22 May 2025, Lecce and the Marine Protected Area of Porto Cesareo hosted a three-day cross-border event as part of the DIH InnovaMare project. Organised by ARTI – the Puglia Regional Agency for Technology and Innovation – the event brought together researchers, innovators, and policy stakeholders to explore sustainable solutions for marine ecosystems.
Key moments included:
- A technical partner meeting focused on pilot actions such as the smart buoy testing in Torre Chianca;
- The full-day “Blue Innovation” conference at the Museo Sigismondo Castromediano, with presentations on underwater communication, environmental monitoring, and smart tourism;
- Interactive focus groups and mentoring sessions offering strategies for innovation funding and technology valorization;
- A study visit to the Marine Protected Area, where participants explored submerged Roman tombs and advanced marine monitoring technology.
🎥 Watch the video recap below to dive into the highlights!
