Aqua superPower supports €2m Italian marina electrification programme
Alberto Leghissa port director Portopiccolo with Dario Sirtory of Aqua superPower
Aqua superPower, a global marine charging infrastructure provider, is supporting the Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia in the implementation of a €2m funding programme designed to accelerate innovation, sustainability and electrification across marinas in northeast Italy.
“This programme demonstrates what can be achieved when regional authorities, marina operators and technology providers work together to accelerate maritime decarbonisation,” says Michele Bolpagni, director of commercial strategy at Aqua superPower.
The initiative supports Italy’s transition towards cleaner recreational boating and port operations, providing targeted financial support for marina operators investing in innovative infrastructure and services. The programme aligns with the region’s broader commitment to sustainable tourism, technological innovation and maritime decarbonisation.
The installation at Portopiccolo combines a 75kW Aqua superPower marine fast charger for electric boats with two 22kW chargers for electric vehicles, creating a seamless charging ecosystem that supports sustainable mobility both on the water and ashore.
In addition to providing new charging destinations, the project demonstrates how marinas can bring together marine and automotive charging infrastructure in a single waterfront location.
Encouraging marine innovation and investment in Friuli Venezia Giulia
Portopiccolo is the first programme to be completed under the Friuli Venezia Giulia regional government’s funding programme. Designed to encourage innovation and investment across marinas, ports and nautical facilities throughout the region, the scheme aims to accelerate the delivery of practical projects that support regional sustainability goals.
“Portopiccolo is an excellent example of how public funding can unlock investment in future-ready infrastructure. Rather than focusing solely on charging boats, the project creates a complete electrified marina destination where sustainable mobility is integrated into the entire visitor experience. It is exactly the kind of innovative project this programme was designed to support,” explains Bolpagni.
“Friuli Venezia Giulia has demonstrated genuine leadership by creating a framework that delivers practical results today while laying the foundations for wider adoption tomorrow,” adds Alberto Leghissa, port director of Portopiccolo.
“The success of Portopiccolo shows that electrification does not have to be complex or difficult to implement when the right support mechanisms are in place. We look forward to supporting further electrified marina destinations across Friuli Venezia Giulia and helping other Italian regions replicate this successful model.”
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