HAC Nordest 2025: the 10 startups present their solutions at the Demo Day in Vicenza
LDV20 takes part in the program’s final event, supporting high‑potential solutions for industry, sustainability, and digital transformation.
The 2025 edition of HAC Nordest—the acceleration program dedicated to the development of innovative solutions for the industrial sector, promoted by Industrio Ventures within the European MOZART project—has concluded in Vicenza, hosted at the offices of Adacta Tax & Legal. Sparkasse’s LDV20 unit took part as a partner and supporter of the program.
During the final Demo Day, the ten selected startups presented the progress achieved over the past months, showcasing technologies and business models with strong potential impact on the manufacturing industry and adjacent sectors.
The event brought together professionals, investors, and local stakeholders, confirming the strong interest in fostering connections between innovation and the productive ecosystem of Northeast Italy.
The participation of LDV20 and the Sparkasse Group reinforces their commitment to supporting innovative startups in the Northeast, facilitating access to expertise, capital, and growth opportunities. Their involvement in the program reflects the Group’s intention to contribute to the development of high‑potential solutions and to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in the regions where it operates.
The 10 startups featured during Demo Day:
• SANTELMO
Develops hydrogen‑powered fuel‑cell generators for the marine sector, eliminating noise, vibrations, and harmful emissions. The technology replaces diesel generators with a zero‑emission solution, also suitable for microgrids, telecommunications, and remote monitoring.
• Particular Materials
Produces inorganic nanoparticles integrated into materials as “artificial DNA” for authentication and anti‑counterfeiting. Invisible and indelible, they ensure full traceability in sectors such as industrial components, raw materials, fashion, art, and eyewear.
• O‑DAMP
Has patented a helmet safety system that uses non‑Newtonian fluid dampers to reduce brain injuries caused by rotational impacts. It offers superior performance compared to traditional elastomers in motorcycle, sports, and industrial applications.
• Fenix Ceramics
Transforms bottom ash from municipal waste incinerators into premium ceramic tiles through a patented vitrification process. The result is a fully recycled and sustainable product with a significantly lower environmental impact than conventional ceramics.
• my iNDUSTRIES
Offers a modular, reprogrammable collaborative robotic system that automates manual operations while maintaining high flexibility. The technology—also available in a Robot‑as‑a‑Service format—supports variable production needs in manufacturing.
• i2d
Has developed a platform that collects real‑time feedback via NFC tags and QR codes integrated into products. It analyzes voice and text data shared by users and converts them into insights to improve products, services, and development processes.
• Connetia
Provides an AI‑powered Business Intelligence software that analyzes company data directly from electronic invoices, without the need for ERP systems or Excel. The cloud solution generates dynamic dashboards and strategic analyses for SMEs and micro‑businesses.
• DOLOBOT
Builds an amphibious rover for the remote inspection of pipelines and submerged infrastructure. The system enables safe assessments without risk to operators, produces automatic AI‑generated reports, and creates digital twins for predictive maintenance.
• WaveLAB
Develops a hardware/software device that transforms electric charging stations into intelligent digital hubs. It enables advanced monitoring, personalized user services, and data‑flow optimization for operators and cities.
• Futura
Offers a smart sports suit with integrated sensors to monitor physiological and performance parameters, providing athletes and coaching staff with valuable data for training, prevention, and performance optimization.