About us
The purpose of our Foundation is to serve the common good through charitable activities and contribute to sustainable societal development, particularly within local and regional communities. We aim to support international, scientific, and educational initiatives, as well as social innovations that enhance resilience and adaptation to future challenges.
Our programs support talented students during their studies to ensure they gain relevant competencies and enhance their career prospects. This includes awarding the Lürssen Prize and offering internship opportunities within the Lürssen Group. Additionally, we foster start-up projects with innovative solutions addressing sustainability challenges, especially within the maritime industry. This is achieved through organizing competitions and supporting innovative ideas.
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OUR MISSION
To serve the common good, societal, sustainability and foster European education and research transformational agenda – The Lürssen Foundation drives innovation. The Lürssen Foundation invests in philanthropic projects and grants, aspiring to be the Laboratory of Future.
MAIN OBJECTIVES
The Lürssen Foundation aims to be a center for sustainable innovation in the maritime industry. By attracting young talent through hand-on experiences, expert mentorship, and impactful research projects, we strive to shape a new wave of engineers committed to driving green transition and digital transformation in maritime sector.
FOUNDATION ID
FOCUS Sustainability, Innovation, Society
TYPE Private Croatian Foundation
FOUNDER Maritime Center of Excellence
LOCATION Rijeka, Croatia
METHOD Grant/award giving, Philanthropy donations and operational foundation (annual EU forums, public events, publications or like)
KEY PILLARS
Promotion of maritime engineering excellence
—Knowledge and leadership program for engineers of the future
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Embedding innovation in maritime industry
—Smart solutions in maritime industry
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Local development and social responsibility
—Citizens innovation – develop your city
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