ADRIONWIND: Adriatic-Ionian Offshore Wind Network of Excellence
The ADRIONWIND is co-funded by the European Union under the Program Interreg IPA ADRION.

Project Summary
ADRIONWIND fosters a collaborative and sustainable ecosystem for offshore wind energy development in the Adriatic-Ionian region. Utilizing the region’s extensive coastline and abundant wind resources, the project enhances:

• capacity building;
• technology transfer;
• adoption of offshore wind technology among stakeholders in the emerging industry.

The heart of ADRIONWIND lies in fostering a robust collaboration network. The Project creates a digital platform that bridges the gap between academia, industry, policymakers, and research institutions. By developing quadruple helix network and enhancing knowledge transferring specifically tailored to SMEs, ADRIONWIND empowers these enterprises to find their footing and specialize for addressing niche issues in this rapidly evolving industry of the offshore wind technology.

Simultaneously, ADRIONWIND recognizes that capacity building and knowledge transfer are vital for the development of SMEs. ADRIONWIND provides tailored programs that enhance soft skills, facilitate knowledge-sharing events, and create business-to-business opportunities. ADRIONWIND, also, creates a space where specialized SMEs can contribute and thrive. By supporting them, the project aims to foster a more diverse and resilient offshore wind energy sector.

ADRIONWIND aspires to foster a sustainable, innovative, and competitive offshore wind energy sector in the Adriatic-Ionian region.

Total project budget: 1.691.644,00 EUR
Project starting date: 1st of September 2024
Project duration: 36 months

Lead Partner: University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture (HR)

Project Partners: Fenice Foundation (IT) | KiNNO INNOVATION INTERMEDIARIES (GR) | National Agency of Natural Resources (AL) | Adria Innovation Harbour (HR) | FEAC Engineering (GR) | University of Donja Gorica (ME) | Regional Agency for Technology and Innovation (IT) | Public Company Elektroprivreda BiH d.d. – Sarajevo (BA)