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Marservis was established in 1995., as provider of services in nautical tourism, primarily in the field of electric and electronic systems and appliances. The portfolio gradually evolved into more complex systems, including engines, resulting in close cooperation with renown international brands. Today, Marservis produces a broad range of leisure and work boats, with a variety of materials, propulsion, and equipment. As the impacts of climate change and anthropogenic pollution are becoming increasingly obvious, Marservis sees providing solutions for removal of marine litter both as a business opportunity and a social responsibility.
The Project addresses the need for innovative and eco-friendly solutions for removal of marine litter, applicable in a variety of working environments, as well as the need of the Project Promoter to increase its competitiveness and market share. The Project Promoter and the Partners intend to respond to this need by developing an innovative technical solution for removal of marine litter (AQUAPOD+) from enclosed sea basins. The original prototype is at level TRL 5-6, with the core components/functionalities (set of pumps and filters mounted on a basic construction) being tested as litter collection system in the initial phase of the project.
Clean Sea Solutions (CSS), Norwegian partner and Beneficiary is a start-up company with solutions that address the problem around maritime littering. The solutions build around structures located in the sea and captures and stores liquid items.
University of Zagreb, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing, (FER-LABUST) is a research group focusing on marine robotics, development and adaptation of marine vehicles, acoustic networks and sonars, identification, navigation, guidance and control of marine vessels, cooperative and coordinated formations of marine vehicles
Summary of project results
The project addressed pollution in protected waters like bays, harbors, and marinas, which are heavily impacted by human activity and floating waste. Several device versions for waste collection were tested using a suction-based system. The final, sixth version was highly effective, overcoming issues found in earlier prototypes. Aquapod+ is eco-friendly, made from biocomposite materials and powered by photovoltaic panels.
Through the project, a successful floating waste collection device was developed, along with biocomposite floats, a central unit, and a roof housing photovoltaic panels for energy. This prototype is now ready for commercialization.
The project delivered an autonomous surface waste collection solution, which Marservis developed together with Norwegian partner CSS. Both companies will benefit from the commercialization of this innovation.
Summary of bilateral results
The project successfully established a strong partnership between the Project Promoter, MARSERVIS, and the Norwegian Partner, Clean Sea Solutions (CSS). By integrating Norway''s advanced knowledge and technology with MARSERVIS''s production expertise, local market insight, and networks, the collaboration proved highly complementary. Both partners worked together to develop and commercialize innovative products and services, laying the groundwork for a lasting B2B cooperation. This synergy has enabled them to effectively enter both local and global markets, achieving impactful results through their joint efforts.