INNOVATION
DRIVES
THE FUTURE
A technological ecosystem dedicated to automotive and mechatronics
Abruzzo, a dynamic automotive ecosystem
In Abruzzo Region, where we are located, the productive sector is young and dynamic. Industrialization is particularly high and aligned with northern regions, notably richer and more developed.
Automotive industries (both large and small-medium sized enterprises) are involved in both automotive and mechatronics sectors (as manufacturers or sub-contractors in the production of products or car components). The industry employs more than 20.000 workers in total, 18.000 only in the province of Chieti and has a turnover of more than EUR 6bn, equal to a 27% of the whole manufacturing industry’s turnover and 40% of the regional export activities.
In the heart of Italy, a regione with a strong automotive vocation
Automotive & Mechatronics Innovation Pole
The Automotive and Mechatronics Innovation Hub is an ecosystem that brings together large companies, SMEs, universities, and research centers engaged in the development of advanced technologies for the automotive, mechatronics, and smart mobility sectors.
Through research, innovation, and collaboration between industry and local stakeholders, the Hub promotes the growth of a highly competitive supply chain focused on light commercial and professional vehicles, advanced manufacturing, and emerging digital technologies.
Its mission is to strengthen skills, foster technology transfer, and support the development of innovative solutions capable of improving quality, production flexibility, and the international competitiveness of companies.
The Hub serves as a meeting point for industrial research, education, business culture, and technological innovation, creating synergies among different industrial sectors and contributing to the sustainable growth of both the region and the industry of the future.
+ 60
Projects
+ 15 €M
Managed
+ 50
Partner
+ 18 years
Experience
The Region of Abruzzo identified the focuses of its Automotive and Mechatronic Smart Specialisation Strategy in:
a) INVESTING ON NEW ECO-FRIENDLY / CONNECTED BUSINESS VEHICLES
● Development of new technologies for connected vehicles;
● Deployment of new solutions for vehicles used in logistics;
● Improvement of the eco/environmental compatibility of components and single parts, e-mobility, hybrids solutions, range extender and total electric.
b) DESIGNING ARCHETYPES and INNOVATIVE MANUFACTURING PROCESSES of VEHICLES AND COMPONENTS
● Using ground-breaking components and materials;
● Designing supporting technologies and tools;
● Projecting new junctions, assembly and (not-expensive) painting technologies;
● Functionalizing surfaces through new coatings and treatments with improved impact-resistance (thanks to the usage of nanotechnologies);
● Digitising industries through the usage of robotics, ICT and digital/automated technologies (Industry 4.0).
c) IMPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
● Realising the circular economy, extending products’ lifespan and reducing their environmental impact.
d) REAL-TIME QUALITY CHECK OF PRODUCTS AND PROCEDURES
● New techniques for productive processes monitoring;
● New types of non-destructive tests;
● Know-how on statistical monitoring;
● New methodologies for quality assurance of product providers.
Our Partners
The Automotive & Mechatronics Innovation Pole gathers more than 50 entities, including research bodies, and it is currently evaluating other application requests.
Companies who joined the Pole can be classified in 3 different categories according to the supply chain they belong to:
- 2-wheels operators
- 4-wheels operator (mainly LCV)
- Others
At the same time, we can differentiate into:
- End product manufacturers;
- Components and parts manufacturers.
The Partners have the opportunity to work in close contact with key sectoral stakeholders and acquire cutting-edge skills. Being a member of the Pole network means befitting from the wide expertise built during the past 8 years of activity.
Activity
Mission
The Automotive & Mechatronics Innovation Pole aims at contributing to the reinforcement of the regional innovation system in the automotive sector.
System actions
- Construction of common knowledge tools for marketing and identity;
- Organization and management of thematic working groups;
- Organization of partnership for networking and sharing projects;
- Management and governance of the Pole.
Specialized services
- Technology and market monitoring;
- Supplying human resource demand for business and research system;
- Promoting industrial research and new products development;
- Promoting technology transfer;
- Supporting the creation and development of new businesses, academic spin-offs and innovative enterprises;
- Promoting international networks and European research projects;
- Development of new products/services;
- Design;
- Testing materials: mechanical testing, metallographic examinations;
- Providing organizational and managerial expertise and intellectual property management;
- Providing Quality services: calibration services, CE label, accreditation to UNI / CEI / SINAL certification.
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