Supply chain Hybrid path · 4 months Upcoming
Sicilia Startup Landing
Acceleration and post-acceleration program funded under the «OPEN INNOVATION SICILIA» public call, financed by PR FESR SICILIA 2021-2027 (Sicily's ERDF Regional Programme) – ACTION 1.1.3
Grow your startup with funding for acceleration and advanced services. Choose our path, where innovation meets real market demand.
- 21.000 €
- acceleration services
- 50.000 €
- non-repayable grant
- 4 months
- hybrid path
A four-month hybrid path for innovative startups that want to develop their business model, connect with real market demand in the key supply chains of western Sicily – from agrifood to the circular economy, from energy to tourism and culture – and prepare for cross-selling opportunities.
Benefits for your startup
21.000 € in acceleration services
Access a funded path worth 21.000 euros, with assessment, mentorship, specialist consulting, training and networking opportunities.
Up to 50.000 € in non-repayable grants
At the end of the program, companies that successfully complete the path will gain access to an additional contribution of up to 50.000 euros for advanced services to develop their project further.
- exchange with companies and production supply chains;
- support on the business model and financial planning;
- connections with mentors, experts, partners and investors;
- access to local expertise and international relationships;
- financing to cover advance payment of expenses;
- administrative support for opening an operational site in Sicily and for reporting expenses to the Region.
Who it is for
The program is aimed at innovative startups that develop technologies, products or services for the extended sustainable agritech supply chain and the other specialisation areas of the S3 Smart Specialisation Strategy.
The program is also open to companies from other regions or abroad interested in developing an operational presence in Sicily, covered by the acceleration services.
Areas of interest
- Smart Farming & Autonomous Systems
- Drones, robotics, AI, sensors.
- Water, Climate & Resilience
- Drought, irrigation, environmental monitoring.
- Food Quality & Traceability
- Certification, food safety and nutraceuticals.
- Packaging, Circularity & Sustainable Materials
- New materials, reuse, shelf life.
- Logistics, Export & Port Innovation
- Supply chain, cold chain, intermodal transport, port.
- Bio Economy & Green Chemistry
- Biorefineries, bioplastics, green chemistry from agricultural and forestry waste.
- Energy & Smart Grids
- Renewable energy communities, energy efficiency, smart grids and storage.
- Culture, Tourism & Heritage
- Experiential tourism, revitalisation of historic villages and archaeological sites, digital storytelling of local heritage.
How it works
- 01
Assessment
Analysis of the company's current status and definition of the path's objectives.
- 02
Acceleration
Mentorship, consulting and training on business model, financial planning and growth strategy.
- 03
Networking
Exchange with companies, production supply chains, mentors and experts from the ecosystem.
- 04
Demo Day
Presentation of the project to investors, partners and stakeholders.
- 05
Implementation
Possibility to access the additional contribution to turn the work done into concrete actions.
Why western Sicily
The program is delivered through INSSULA, the innovation hub with operational headquarters at the G55 space in Partanna, in the Belice Valley: an open-air laboratory for innovation, rooted in agrifood (wine, olive oil and dairy supply chains) and open to the circular economy, energy, the environment, culture and tourism.
Want to take part?
Tell us about your startup. We'll keep you updated on the opening of applications, the requirements and upcoming activities.
The program, the acceleration services and the related incentives will be activated through a public call dedicated to selecting participating companies. Requirements, eligible expenses, participation procedures, service coverage and the granting of any additional contribution will be governed by the official documentation.
The value of 21.000 euros refers to acceleration services covered by a direct monetary contribution. The non-repayable grant, up to 50.000 euros, is subject to completion of the path and compliance with the conditions set out in the public call.
Participation in the program is subject to signing GATE REI's free incubation agreement.
Download the agreement →