Boost the digital transition of Italian SMEs operating in the maritime industry
Boost the digital transition of Italian SMEs operating in the maritime industry
Maritime Ventures is a project designed by CDP Venture Capital that involves leading financial, industrial, innovative, and institutional players to accelerate an industrial sector of strategic importance for our country.
Boost the digital transition of Italian SMEs operating in the maritime industry
Maritime Ventures is a project designed by CDP Venture Capital that involves leading financial, industrial, innovative, and institutional players to accelerate an industrial sector of strategic importance for our country.



Bridgemaker and Cariplo Factory — operating in a joint venture, were selected to operationally run the project and manage the launch of the new ventures.
Bridgemaker and Cariplo Factory — operating in a joint venture, were selected to operationally run the project and manage the launch of the new ventures.


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Maritime Ventures is open to innovators and entrepreneurs worldwide and is based in Genoa and Trieste, two of the most important hubs for ship building, port operations and other maritime sectors in Italy.
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Financial, industrial, innovative, and institutional partners on board
10
Ventures to be launched by 2027
3
Prioritized business models: B2B, B2B2C and SaaS
5
Thematic areas
Maritime Ventures is open to innovators and entrepreneurs worldwide and is based in Genoa and Trieste, two of the most important hubs for ship building, port operations and other maritime sectors in Italy.
14
Financial, industrial, innovative, and institutional partners on board
10
Ventures to be launched by 2027
3
Prioritized business models: B2B, B2B2C and SaaS
5
Thematic areas
Thematic areas
Terminal operation & logistic
Digital transformation in terminal operations and logistics streamlines port systems, digitizes customs procedures, and enhances intermodal capacity. By optimizing truck management and integrating digital solutions, efficiency is increased, delays are minimized, and the entire supply chain becomes more agile and responsive.
Shipbuilding
Digitalization in shipbuilding revolutionizes the industry by enhancing supply chain efficiency, improving IT support and cybersecurity, and streamlining engineering processes. These advancements ensure faster production, stronger security, and more integrated technical support, leading to a more resilient and innovative shipbuilding sector.
Cruising
Digital innovations in cruising enhance passenger experiences through CRM platforms, AR/VR technologies, automated operations, and predictive maintenance, creating seamless and personalized journeys in both mass and luxury segments.
Passenger ferries
Digital upgrades in passenger ferries streamline operations with digital ticketing, contactless check-in, advanced navigation systems, and enhanced onboard entertainment and connectivity, ensuring a smooth, safe, and enjoyable travel experience.
Leisure boating
Digitalization in leisure boating enhances experiences through B2C marina digitization, advanced marina management systems, and sustainability control with digital monitoring, leading to more efficient, eco-friendly, and customer-focused marina operations.
Thematic areas
Terminal operation & logistic
Digital transformation in terminal operations and logistics streamlines port systems, digitizes customs procedures, and enhances intermodal capacity. By optimizing truck management and integrating digital solutions, efficiency is increased, delays are minimized, and the entire supply chain becomes more agile and responsive.
Shipbuilding
Digitalization in shipbuilding revolutionizes the industry by enhancing supply chain efficiency, improving IT support and cybersecurity, and streamlining engineering processes. These advancements ensure faster production, stronger security, and more integrated technical support, leading to a more resilient and innovative shipbuilding sector.
Cruising
Digital innovations in cruising enhance passenger experiences through CRM platforms, AR/VR technologies, automated operations, and predictive maintenance, creating seamless and personalized journeys in both mass and luxury segments.
Passenger ferries
Digital upgrades in passenger ferries streamline operations with digital ticketing, contactless check-in, advanced navigation systems, and enhanced onboard entertainment and connectivity, ensuring a smooth, safe, and enjoyable travel experience.
Leisure boating
Digitalization in leisure boating enhances experiences through B2C marina digitization, advanced marina management systems, and sustainability control with digital monitoring, leading to more efficient, eco-friendly, and customer-focused marina operations.

Accelerating the digital transformation of Italian SMEs in the maritime industry is not just a mission — it is a strategic imperative. Through Maritime Ventures, we are uniting the strengths of financial, industrial, and innovative leaders to drive this crucial industry forward.

Accelerating the digital transformation of Italian SMEs in the maritime industry is not just a mission — it is a strategic imperative. Through Maritime Ventures, we are uniting the strengths of financial, industrial, and innovative leaders to drive this crucial industry forward.
Startups launched within our venture family.
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Fundo.one helps SMEs find funding, navigate clear processes, and manage applications more easily.
CEO & Co-founder: Andrea Giustina, Federico Daneu, Luca Iannelli, Roberto Ugo di Cera

New startups are already taking shape. Stay tuned!

Fundo.one helps SMEs find funding, navigate clear processes, and manage applications more easily.
CEO & Co-founder: Andrea Giustina, Federico Daneu, Luca Iannelli, Roberto Ugo di Cera

New startups are already taking shape. Stay tuned!
Startups launched within our venture family.
Sign up and discover opportunities for your business.

Fundo.one helps SMEs find funding, navigate clear processes, and manage applications more easily.
CEO & Co-founder: Andrea Giustina, Federico Daneu, Luca Iannelli, Roberto Ugo di Cera

New startups are already taking shape. Stay tuned!
We would love to hear from you!
We would love to hear from you!
Are you part of a small to medium-sized company operating in Italy's maritime industry and facing a challenge you would like us to tackle? There is no challenge too big for us!











