MARITIME CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

Our Christmas Party on December 13th was filled with laughter, unforgettable moments, karaoke performances, and, of course, plenty of sparkle. ✨ Nights like this are the perfect way to take a break, reflect on the year, and enjoy time together while appreciating everything we’ve accomplished. Thank you all for being a part of our journey. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited for all the new possibilities, challenges and maybe a karaoke championship or two! 🎤 Let’s make it a year to remember! 🎉 #SparkleTheNightAway #HolidayMagic #ShineTogether

On December 4th, our colleagues and their children gathered to enjoy kids play: The Happy Little House at the City Puppet Theatre in Rijeka. This rhyming monodrama, inspired by a true story, celebrates Croatia’s smallest library, founded in 1936 in Kuti (Gorski kotar). 🎭 The play emphasized the power of books, the joy of reading, and the importance of community and determination. After the play, Santa Claus surprised the kids with gifts, and a photographer was there to capture every precious moment, making it a night to remember. 🎁 This evening was a wonderful way to start the celebration of the holiday season and inspire younger generations. Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen! 🎄 #HolidaySeason #Community #KidsPlay #TheHappyLittleHouse 

➡️ We are proud to announce that our team attended the 2024 European Hydrogen Week at Brussels Expo, an event featuring innovative products, projects, and technologies shaping the future of renewable energy. 🚢As part of our work on the ZEAS project, we are committed to staying on top of industry trends. This event provided valuable insights into the latest developments in electrolyser and fuel cell technologies, both through engaging conferences and interactions with exhibitors. 💡 We look forward to applying these learnings as we continue contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions. #HydrogenWeek2024 #RenewableEnergy #ZEASProject 

At the 64th-anniversary celebration of the Faculty of Engineering RITEH University of Rijeka, our HR Manager, Jelena Novacic had the opportunity to award a one-time scholarship to Marino Odorčić, Master of Mechanical Engineering, in recognition of his achievements and dedication. We’re proud to see the new generations creating change with their vision and expertise. Congratulations to Marino and all the students on their accomplishment! 🚀 Compliments to the Faculty on its great achievements over the past six decades. We look forward to continued collaboration and shared successes in the coming years. 👏 #NVL #Collaboration #Scholarship

We are excited to share that two weeks ago our team participated at the 36th Metstrade in Amsterdam, the world’s leading trade show for leisure marine equipment, systems and materials! 🚢 It was an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our 𝐌𝐀𝐑/𝐍𝐍 project and connect with industry professionals, innovators, and potential partners. We had the chance to share our vision and discuss the exciting developments we are working on in the maritime sector. 🙌 A special thank you to CBIA (Croatian Boating Industry Association) for inviting us to be a part of it. We were honored to share a stand with them and collaborate on this fantastic platform for networking and growth. #METSTRADE #METSTRADE2024 #CBIA #maritime #innovation #MARINN #MCoE

Our team had the incredible opportunity to attend Web Summit 2024, held from November 11–14 in Lisbon, where over 70,000 people came together to explore the future of tech, business, and innovation. The event featured amazing speakers like Sir Tim Berners-Lee (inventor of the World Wide Web), Brad Smith (Microsoft President), and Max Tegmark (Future of Life Institute), who shared powerful insights on AI and technology’s impact on our world. Key Takeaways: 🤖 AI in Focus – Lectures on multiple AI topics are relevant to our projects that include data analysis. Insights on predictive maintenance are helping us refine ZEAS project to enhance its performance, and advancements in object recognition inspired new features for our Smart Marina, adding to its efficiency and safety. 🌱 Sustainability – Exploring IoT and blockchain to optimize energy use, reduce our ecological footprint, and increase transparency—promoting our commitment to eco-friendly operations and sustainability. 🤝 Networking – With 3,000+ companies and 250 meetups, the energy and ideas shared were inspiring. Web Summit was a great reminder of how innovation and teamwork can shape the future. A huge thank you to everyone who made Web Summit 2024 such a special event—from the inspiring speakers to the brilliant people we met along the way. Our team left Lisbon inspired and full of ideas! #WebSummit2024 #Innovation #AI #Sustainability #Networking

The application deadline for the 𝘐𝘯𝘯𝘰2𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘛𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦 has been extended, giving you more time to join this event! This challenge will push your creativity and problem-solving skills as you tackle historical problems from the Titanic disaster using modern technology. Whether you're into tech, maritime, or just love innovative thinking, this event is perfect for you! 📍 Location: Online 📅 Join us on: December 7th and 8th, 2024 Don’t miss out—apply now and compete for amazing prizes! ❗𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞:  December 4th 👉 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/d66P4cHM #Inno2Mare #MCoE #StepRi #InnovationChallenge #MaritimeTech 

At the Kvarner 2030 – Transformation and Investments conference organized by Novi list d.d., Teuta Duletic, Managing Director of Lürssen Design Center Kvarner, highlighted ongoing sustainable initiatives that are redefining the future of the maritime industry and sustainable tourism. 🛳 LDCK is at the forefront of several transformative projects: ✅Smart Blue Tourism: Developing Rijeka’s first fully digital and eco-friendly marina, integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and user experience while setting new standards for green nautical tourism. ✅ZEAS (Zero Emission Adriatic Ship): Coordinating the construction of a hydrogen-powered passenger ship, complete with a digital twin system for predictive maintenance and onshore hydrogen fueling infrastructure, significantly advancing green mobility in the Adriatic. ✅North Adriatic Hydrogen Valley: Playing an important role in this transnational project to create a renewable hydrogen ecosystem, LDCK is driving sustainable solutions across maritime and industrial sectors. Teuta Duletic emphasized the importance of collaboration between industry, academia, and local communities, stating: “Lürssen Design Center Kvarner is committed to fostering collaboration across sectors to develop sustainable solutions that benefit the region. These projects demonstrate the power of innovation and teamwork in driving the green transition.” 💡 #MaritimeInnovation #Sustainability #GreenTransition #HydrogenEconomy

As part of this year's Career Week at Ekonomski fakultet Sveučilišta u Rijeci, our HR Manager Jelena Novacic moderated the panel discussion titled "What Do Employers Want?". 💡 This panel brought together HR experts from different industries to discuss the key skills, attributes, and experiences employers look for when hiring new talent. 🔍 The goal was to provide students and young professionals with valuable insights into the hiring process and career development. Attendees learned about what makes candidates stand out and how to better position themselves for success in today’s competitive job market. 🌱 The panel proved to be an excellent opportunity for students to gain practical knowledge, ask questions, and receive guidance on how to successfully transition from university into the workforce. A big thank you to our organizers, Faculty of Economics Rijeka and their Career Centre, panelists Željko Marković (HZZ Rijeka), Ana Iskra (Rijeka Gateway), Lana Rendulic (Orbico Croatia), and Mladenka Tomić (FABULA Design & Marketing Agency) for sharing their valuable insights, and to everyone who joined us! #HRPanel #CareerWeek #LDCK #NVL #MCoE

Looking to prove your innovation skills? The INNO2MARE Titanic Challenge is your chance to learn, grow and connect. Choose from three exciting challenges, form a team (or go solo), and develop innovative solutions for one of the challenges. Be creative and win an Amazon gift card!   Don't miss out! Application deadline: December 1st. Learn more and apply at: #INNO2MARE #TitanicChallenge #applynow #innovation #maritime