Project Partners

The VIGIMARE consortium is made up of 19 partners from 8 European countries. It unites the necessary multidisciplinary knowledge, expertise, skills, and resources to constitute a complete value chain of actors that together can achieve the project’s objectives. It is led by an experienced coordinator Laurea, with a tenured reputation for excellence in project coordination, management, dissemination as well as in delivery and development of advanced solutions for security entities. There are 8 leading research institutions with complementary expertise, 5 innovative technological providers of solutions and services and 5 CIOs (end users) with the necessary knowledge of their respective CI sector.

External Advisory Board

Laurea Ammattikorkeakoulu - Laurea University of Applied Sciences

Coordinator

Laurea is one of the biggest universities of applied sciences in Finland. It operates on six campuses in the Helsinki-Uusimaa Region which is the capital region of Finland. The Laurea community is comprised of approximately 11 000 students and over 600 staff members.

Laurea engages in applied research, development, and innovation (RDI) with the aim of generating new researched knowledge and practices to advance sustainable development goals. Laurea's three research programs—Sustainable and Diverse Social and Health Sector, Service Business and Circular Economy, and Unified Security—align with the educational programs. Currently, Laurea has approximately a hundred externally funded RDI projects that contribute to developing solutions for regional and global challenges.

In Coherent Security Research programme, under which VIGIMARE operates, Laurea works with national and international partners — practitioners, academics, industry leaders, communities and NGOs — to enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure, and to keep the society secure against current and future threats. The work draws from the experiences of Laurea’s experts, who have helped communities to prepare for Arctic oil spills, wildfires, tropical hurricanes, acts of terrorism and cybersecurity incidents. Laurea’s focus on co-creation ensures projects emphasize real-world needs and practical solutions. The experts also bring a range of specialized skills, including exercise design and evaluation, facilitation, and risk analysis.

Munster Technological University

is one of Ireland's leading HEIs in engineering and science education, and is participating in VIGIMARE through the National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI), which is a joint venture between MTU and the Irish Naval Service. The Halpin Research Centre is the research unit of the NMCI, with a portfolio of over 40 international projects with total project value over €125m. Notable previous projects include EUCISE, AI-ARC and ARCSAR. Active research areas include: maritime safety & security; maritime circular economy; sustainability for maritime transport; innovative education and training for maritime careers; human factors in Offshore Renewable Energy; robotics and autonomous systems. Halpin's research projects have resulted in MTU ranking among the top ten in funding awarded to European HEIs for border security research using AI.

University of Jyväskylä

The University of Jyväskylä is a nationally and internationally significant research university and an expert on education that focuses on human and natural sciences. The University combines high-level competence in education, natural sciences, humanities and social sciences, and sport and health sciences, as well as in economics and business administration, into a multidisciplinary entity. We are an open and collaborative community of nearly 2,800 experts and over 14,900 students. The University of Jyväskylä is home to seven Research Centres of Excellence designated by the Research Council of Finland. The Faculty of Information Technology integrates technological, informational, organizational, and business perspectives alongside a human approach to our research and education as well as the cooperation with stakeholders. Basic research areas include computational science, software engineering, information systems science, learning & cognitive sciences. We are currently studying topics such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, cyber security, data analysis, quantum computing, educational use of technology, and multi-objective optimization. CyberSecLab focuses on novel cybersecurity techniques.

Istituto Affari Internazionali I.A.I.

Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI) is a private, independent, and non-profit think tank founded in 1965 and based in Rome (Italy). IAI promotes awareness of international politics and contributes to the advancement of European integration and multilateral cooperation through studies, research, meetings and publications. IAI has developed recognised expertise in producing high-quality research and analysis for policymakers, practitioners and the wider policy community. The Institute is part of a vast international network, and interacts and cooperates with the government and its ministries, European and international institutions, universities, major national economic actors, the media and the most authoritative international think tanks. Its analyses deal with institutions, policies, decision-making, organizational, economical technological, and operational aspects. IAI has a longstanding expertise in EU projects, gained through its participation to 6th and 7th Framework Programmes (FP6 and FP7) for research and innovation, to multiple Horizon 2020 projects, up to Horizon Europe projects.

Military University of Technology

The Military University of Technology (Wojskowa Akademia Techniczna, WAT) is a public and military polytechnic university operating under the supervision of the Ministry of National Defence. Established in 1951, WAT is the largest military university in Poland and a key provider of scientific and research support for the Polish Armed Forces. The Institute of Optoelectronics (IOE) is an interdisciplinary academic unit within WAT, whose mission is to advance research and education in optoelectronics and photonics technologies. In VIGIMARE, WAT combines the unique photonics and AI capabilities to develop new quantum fibre optic sensor with AI analytics.

Consorzio Nazionale Interuniversitario per i Trasporti e la Logistica

Is a non-profit educational association founded in 2003. It operates under the supervision of the Ministry of University and Research. The Consortium is composed of 19 Italian universities, which specialize in the fields of transport and logistics, as well as related areas such as safety, security, telecommunications, circuit theory, electronics, computer science, mechanics, and environmental studies. The primary goal of NITEL is to promote best practices, scientific research, and innovation, while creating job opportunities for researchers in multidisciplinary sectors including engineering, business, medicine, telecommunications, environmental sciences, chemistry, and communications. The universities within the Consortium are highly specialized entities that leverage their collective expertise to foster research and drive innovation.NITEL also benefits from the support of various ministries and major Italian industries, such as RFI, ANAS, Telespazio, and Poste Italiane, which are members of the scientific committee. These partnerships enable the exchange of knowledge and the transfer of university research outcomes to the real world. NITEL supports companies by developing research activities aligned with their industrial objectives, facilitating technology transfer, proposing innovative solutions, and leveraging the expertise of the research teams within the Consortium. Additionally, NITEL provides assistance with the design, prototyping, and development of new technologies and services.

Rina Consulting S.p.A.

Provides a wide range of engineering consultancy services covering the whole project life cycle from feasibility and specialized technical studies to conceptual and detailed design, prototyping and testing, project management, site engineering, operation and maintenance management, as well as resilience assessment and enhancement solutions of infrastructure assets and systems towards various natural and man-made hazards. Working alongside Clients as a trusted technical partner and aligned with the emerging needs for safety and security, RINA Consulting provides a wide range of traditional and innovative services to address the needs of critical industry sectors, including broader energy infrastructures (inc. oil & gas, power, renewables, grids, subsea), transport & mobility and space & defence sectors. Our website is: www.rina.org

Software Imagination & Vision Srl

SOFTWARE IMAGINATION & VISION (SIMAVI) is an IT company with experience in the following fields of activity: R&D, Security & cybersecurity, Education & eTraining, eHealth, eAgriculture, Customised Applications, ERP & BI, eCustoms, and Government with +1500 commercial clients and +300 succesful projects in Europe, Middle East, North Africa, CIS area.

An organization built on European model, with unique competence centers and internationally competitive specialists, SIMAVI is the Romanian software company that provides IT services directly to European Commission organizations: DGTaxud, DGHR, European Parliament, Court of Justice, DIGIT, DGBudget, JRC, OPOCE, ECDC, EFCA, EUIPO, EEAS, Frontex, EASA and other important institutions.

SIMAVI team develops IT solutions that generate progress, reduce the digital gaps and bring positive change through powerful projects being part of more than 60 European projects (Horizon 2020, Horizon Europe, ISF, ERASMUS+, etc) as coordinator and technology provider.

Management certifications: 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018

SIMAVI is a member of several prestigious associations in the field of ICT like The European Alliance of IoT Innovation (AIOTI) and Big Data Value Association (BDVA).

SIMAVI develops software products in national and international turnkey projects: from vision to mission. Accomplished.

AON SPA Insurance & Reinsurance Brokers

Aon is a global professional services firm that provides innovative solutions in Risk Capital and Human Capital, helping public and private organizations make better decisions to protect and grow their business. With over 50,000 professionals in more than 120 countries, Aon combines analytical expertise, strategic consulting, and advanced technologies to address complex challenges related to risk management, organizational resilience, and human capital development. In Italy, Aon is a trusted partner for companies, institutions, and public administrations, offering cross-sector expertise in areas such as cybersecurity, ESG, risk analytics and responsible governance. Aon’s integrated and multidisciplinary approach enables the development of tailored solutions for high-complexity environments, contributing to the security, sustainability, and competitiveness of economic and territorial systems.

Telespazio France

Is a franco-italian aerospace and satellite services company, a joint venture between Leonardo (66%)and Thales(34%). It specializes in satellite operations, data services, and geospatial solutions, providing services for telecommunications, Earth observation, and scientific missions. Telespazio plays a significant role in the development and management of satellite systems and supports various sectors, including government, defense, and commercial industries.

Operator Gazociagow Przesylowych GAZ-SYSTEM Spolka Akcyjna

Plays a strategic role in the Polish economy. The company is responsible for natural gas transmission, operates major gas pipelines in Poland and the Baltic Pipe undersea gas pipeline, and controls the President Lech Kaczyński LNG Terminal in Świnoujście. As part of the 2015-2025 investment programme, GAZ-SYSTEM is developing over 2000 km of new gas pipelines in western, southern and eastern parts of Poland. Interconnections with Lithuania and Slovakia have been completed, as well as the design of onshore gas pipelines that will connect the planned FSRU floating terminal in the Gdansk Bay to the national transmission system. The LNG Terminal in Świnoujście is also being expanded, which will increase its regasification capacity by more than half. Website: https://www.gaz-system.pl

Terna S.p.A.

Is the owner of the Italian national transmission grid for high and extra-high voltage power and is the largest independent electricity transmission system operator (TSO) in Europe. Terna is responsible for planning, developing and maintaining the national transmission grid, bringing together expertise, technology and innovation to optimise high voltage electricity transmission. In operating the electricity system, Terna ensures the dispatching of energy flows through the grid, managing and balancing power supply and demand 24 hours a day throughout Italy. Website: https://www.terna.it/it

Enivibes

Part of the Eni group, specializes in advanced solutions for pipeline integrity monitoring. Our flagship technology, e-vpms® (Eni Vibroacoustic Pipeline Monitoring System), monitors thousands of kilometers of pipelines, ensuring the early detection and prevention of issues such as leaks, product theft, and third-party interference. Enivibes is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability in pipeline operations, contributing to a more sustainable and secure energy future.

National Emergency Supply Agency

The National Emergency Supply Agency (NESA) is an organisation operating under the Finnish Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. It is tasked with planning and operative measures related to developing and maintaining security of supply in Finland. NESA’s role is to coordinate, promote and facilitate security of supply work in areas that are considered critical to security of supply. The NESA works in cooperation with other authorities, the private sector and the third sector to build a crisis-resistant society so that even in a crisis, Finnish society will keep functioning and life will continue with minimal disruptions.

External Advisory Board Memebrs
Person, Role/Organisation	Country
Heidi Kivekäs, Head of Unit at National Cyber Security Centre (NSCS-FI)	Finland
Capt (Navy) Francesco Pagnotta, Deputy Military advisor to the President of the Council of Ministers	Italy
Lt Cdr Michael Brunicardi, Irish Naval Service	Ireland
Dr. Darie Olender, Member of the board of Polish Association for National Security	Poland
Magnus Bergman, Head of Control and Law Enforcement Unit, Swedish Coast Guard	Sweden
Prof. Roberto Setola, Director Master in Homeland Security & Scientific Advisory Italian Navy	Italy
Johan Turell, Head of Strategy and Coordination at the Department for Cybersecurity and secure communications at MSB (Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency)	Sweden
Dr. Irfan Khan, Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University	USA

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