International tennis returns to Genoa with the AON Open Challenger. Nine players ranked among the world’s top 150 are already in the draw. The event confirms the city’s strong interest in sport and its commitment to continuing to attract international-level competitions.
Genoa is increasingly focusing on sport and major events. In... more
The University of Genova is looking to the future through its participation in Ulysseus, a European project that brings together universities, researchers and young people from different countries. Its goal is to promote the exchange of knowledge and create new opportunities in the fields of research, education and innovation.
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The transformation of Begato represents an important example of urban regeneration based on the redevelopment of the existing built environment, with the aim of improving housing conditions and the quality of life of residents. The most significant intervention involved the so-called “Dighe” (“Dams”), large social housing... more
Genova continues to consolidate its role as an international gateway to Northwestern Italy and the Mediterranean. Starting 28 March 2027, Genova Cristoforo Colombo Airport will offer a direct connection to Frankfurt with a new service operated by Discover Airlines, the leisure airline of the Lufthansa Group. The new route will be operated with a... more
One of the historic buildings overlooking Piazza Banchi, in the heart of Genova historic centre, has entered the property market. Palazzo Negrotto Cambiaso Giustiniani has been put up for sale for €3.6 million, opening up new opportunities for the redevelopment and enhancement of a property distinguished by its long history and prominent... more
The Municipality of Genova has launched a pilot programme to introduce artificial intelligence into the management of public services and administrative processes, with the aim of making interactions between the administration, citizens, and businesses simpler, faster, and more efficient. The initiative stems from a memorandum of understanding... more
Genova is taking another step towards becoming a smart city by introducing an advanced system for the continuous monitoring of infrastructure, based on sensors, data analysis and artificial intelligence. The project involves the installation of a permanent sensor network on three of the city's viaducts: the Castagna Viaduct on Corso Europa,... more
Genoa Launches the Dual-Use Academy to Support Businesses in Strategic Technologies
Genova is positioning itself as a national reference point in the field of dual-use technologies with the launch of the Dual-Use Academy, an initiative promoted by the Genova Chamber of Commerce, the Start 4.0 Competence Center, the University of Genova, and RINA... more
The city council has taken note of the positive outcome of the Conference of Services, which reached a decision on the Luigi Ferraris Stadium refurbishment project, confirming the public interest in the proposal to redevelop the sports facility and Villa Musso-Piantelli, submitted by Genova Stadium S.r.l., the company in which Genoa Cricket and... more
Webuild has been awarded the main contract for the construction of Genova under-port tunnel, a strategic infrastructure project set to transform the city’s urban mobility system and improve connections with the port area. The contract, worth €803 million, includes the excavation of the twin-bore tunnel linking San Benigno and the... more
Dope Hubs’ fourth-place result at the IMechE UAS Challenge highlights the value of a model that combines higher education, research and the development of local talent: the Genova-based deep-tech start-up ranked among the leading teams in one of the most prestigious university competitions dedicated to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
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The fourteenth edition of SMARTcup Liguria is set to begin. This business plan competition is organised by the Liguria Region to foster the development of high-tech business ideas and the creation of innovative start-ups. The initiative brings together more than 70 public and private organisations and stakeholders and aims to enhance regional... more