Research
as the driving force of innovation
Automation, digitalization, sustainability
Research & Development represents the heart of technological innovation, focused on creating advanced solutions for industrial automation, process digitalization, and the transition toward sustainable production models.

A research ecosystem focused on real impact
All R&D projects follow the guidelines of the Oslo Manual and the Horizon Europe frameworks, ensuring process standardization and methodological consistency, traceability and replicability of results, and compliance with European principles of sustainable technological innovation. Every R&D activity is born from field experience and turns into concrete, scalable, and replicable applications capable of generating measurable benefits in terms of efficiency, cost reduction, and environmental impact.
Our R&D approach
Preliminary analysis and planning
Definition of project objectives and feasibility; Determination of the work plan, budget, and required resources
Research and experimentation
Studies, tests, and trials to generate new knowledge
Development and prototyping
Prototype design to verify the validity of the solutions
Validation and protection of results
Testing of results and production; Dissemination of results and protection of developed innovations

Project - Component regeneration laboratories
A project dedicated to the regeneration of electronic and industrial and marine automation components, designed to transform technical obsolescence into a resource. Through the creation of 7 specialized technological laboratories, faulty or discontinued devices are recovered, repaired, and placed back on the market with quality standards comparable to new ones. The project promotes a concrete circular economy model, reducing electronic waste, plant downtime costs, and environmental impact.

Project - Bag filter for emission reduction
The project is dedicated to the development and implementation of advanced solutions for reducing emissions generated by exhaust gases from industrial furnaces, with particular reference to plants for glassworks and cement factories. The intervention includes the installation and control of high-efficiency electrofilters for fume purification, integrated with automation systems and continuous monitoring.
Objectives:
- Significantly reduce the fine particles emitted by industrial furnaces.
- Improve air quality and reduce environmental impact.
- Ensure an effective exhaust fume control system.

Project - Gasbeton plant regeneration
The project concerns the modernization of a production plant from the 1980s dedicated to gasbeton production, through the introduction of advanced industrial automation technologies and digital control systems. The activity included the updating of automation logics, the integration of process monitoring systems, and the adoption of digital tools for the control and optimization of operational performance. This approach made it possible to extend the useful life of the existing plant, improving its reliability, efficiency, and safety.

Project - Overheat
The project aims to transform existing containers into true intelligent units by integrating within them an advanced IoT sensor system capable of continuously monitoring key parameters such as CO₂, temperature, humidity, air quality, and signs of potential overheating. Thanks to remote management, operators can monitor the status of the containers at any time, intervening promptly in the event of anomalies or critical conditions. The project therefore makes it possible to enhance and modernize containers already in use, avoiding costly replacements and introducing a new intelligent, predictive, and highly secure management model.

Project - PLC-Cloud
The PLC-Cloud project is aimed at developing an advanced cloud platform for supervision, energy monitoring, and predictive maintenance of marine and port systems, integrated with PLC logics and maritime IoT sensors. The solution enables the collection and real-time processing of data from plants, allowing remote control of operational performance, analysis of energy consumption, and the early identification of anomalies or critical conditions. The integration of industrial automation, cloud computing, and IoT makes more efficient, safe, and sustainable management of maritime infrastructure possible.

Project - Intermodal call
The project aims to develop an advanced system for measuring ship emissions, both on board and from land, capable of accurately detecting the main polluting gases emitted during operational phases. The system allows continuous monitoring of CO₂, SOx, and NOx, providing reliable data on emissions of carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides, substances responsible for air pollution in port areas. The initiative makes it possible to introduce a transparent and traceable control model, useful for shipowners, port authorities, and regulatory bodies, facilitating the transition toward more sustainable practices and compliance with emerging environmental regulations.
Participation in European projects
Horizon 2020
We actively participate in Horizon 2020, the EU’s largest research and innovation program, with the aim of ensuring that Europe produces world-class scientific projects, removes barriers to innovation, and facilitates collaboration between the public and private sectors in innovation.
Erasmus +
Through the ERASMUS+ program, we collaborate with various European training institutions to promote the exchange of skills, knowledge, and experience in maritime training. This includes student and staff exchanges, joint training programs, and collaborative research projects.
Other European projects
We are involved in other significant European projects focused on improving maritime safety, environmental sustainability, and technological progress in maritime training.