Project: Innovation commercialisation in the S3 area of the company CROTEH

The project is co-financed by the European Union from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and is implemented within the Operational Program Competitiveness and Cohesion 2014-2020

Project description

CROTEH d.o.o. concluded a Grant Agreement Number KK.03.2.2.06.0135 for the implementation of the Project Innovation Commercialisation in the S3 Area of the Company CROTEH with the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development and the Croatian Agency for SMEs, Innovation and Investments (HAMAG BICRO).

As part of this project, the company CROTEH d.o.o. intends to innovate the existing business organization and the production process in order to commercialize innovative technology for biogas production from hard-to-degrade lignocellulosic substrates, continue positive business flow by investing in human resources, and increase revenue.

The project is worth 2,383,617.07 HRK, and the total eligible project costs amount to 2,114,750.14 HRK. The grants awarded amount to 1,072,466.90 HRK. The foreseen project duration is 24 months.

Project implementation period 

The project is implemented from August 09, 2020, to August 09, 2022

The general goal of the project

The general goal of the project is to support investments of SMEs whose business activity is focused on the production and commercialisation of innovative products/services that are new to the market and that can be applied and classified in one or more of the S3 thematic priority areas.

Project purpose (specific objectives)

  • Establish an innovative production process in the CROTEH laboratory
  • Commercialise innovative technology for biogas production from hard-to-degrade lignocellulosic substrates
  • Successfully innovate business processes and business organisation
  • Increase the competitiveness of CROTEH and its sustainable growth and development
  • Increase revenue from the company sale following the commercialisation of innovative solutions

Expected deliverables of the project

  • Successfully established innovative production process in the CROTEH laboratory
  • Successfully implemented commercialisation of innovative technology for biogas production from hard-to-degrade lignocellulosic substrates
  • Successfully implemented innovations in business processes and business organisation
  • Successful independent project audit/review/assurance?
  • Fully met information and visibility requirements binding the User under the Agreement
  • Successfully implemented project, and administrative tasks executed correctly, without any delays, and with efficiently used human, time and financial resources

Expected deliverables of the project: increase in the sales revenue, preserving the number of the existing jobs, increase in the number of employees – the creation of new job opportunities

  • The project is worth HRK 2,383,617.07 (EUR 316,360.35).
  • The total eligible project costs amount to HRK 2,114,750.14 (EUR 280,675.58)
  • The EU co-financing amounts to HRK 1,072,466.90 (EUR 142,340.82).

For more information about the project, please contact Goran Lukić at info@croteh.eu

For more information about the European Structural and Investment Funds, please visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr

For more information about the Operational Program Competitiveness and Cohesion, please visit http://www.strukturnifondovi.hr/op-konkurentnost-i-kohezija-2014-2020-779

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1. REAL SAMPLE COLLECTION

We collect representative field samples directly at client facilities and analyze them in our accredited laboratory in accordance with recognized standards. Our laboratory testing includes physical, chemical, and biological parameters required to define design input values, including load variability and seasonal or operational fluctuations. These data form the foundation for reliable scaling solutions and technology development.

2. DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS

Based on the assessment of existing conditions and laboratory results, we develop technical solutions tailored to each client’s requirements. When designing solutions, we consider plant capacity, influent characteristics, discharge requirements (public sewer systems or natural receiving waters), and circular economy principles. To support detailed process development, our laboratory is equipped with reactors, measuring instruments, and pilot-scale systems that allow us to simulate real operating conditions. Through pilot testing, we evaluate process efficiency, optimize operating parameters, and validate treatment concepts before full-scale implementation. This approach significantly reduces investment and operational risk while ensuring long-term sustainability of the selected solution. We also place strong emphasis on optimizing energy, chemical, and resource consumption while minimizing the plant’s environmental footprint throughout its lifecycle.

3. ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PERMITTING

Our multidisciplinary engineering team prepares complete project documentation, from conceptual designs and feasibility studies to detailed engineering documentation and permit applications. All documentation is developed in accordance with current legislation, technical regulations, and applicable standards while maintaining close coordination with clients and regulatory authorities.

4. PLANT ENGINEERING AND INSTALLATION – Complete turnkey plant implementation proposal, including detailed design documentation and commissioning services

We deliver turnkey treatment plants tailored to each client’s needs. Our services include detailed engineering design, equipment procurement and delivery, site organization, installation of process and electrical equipment, and integration of automation and control systems. The final stage includes functional testing and preparation for plant commissioning.

5. CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION

We provide professional technical supervision during construction to ensure full compliance with project documentation, technical standards, and contractual requirements. We monitor construction quality, installed equipment, and adherence to project timelines.

6. PLANT COMMISSIONING AND STAFF TRAINING

After construction and functional testing are complete, we perform staged commissioning with continuous monitoring of process parameters and adjustment of operating conditions. We also prepare operational manuals and provide professional staff training to ensure safe, efficient, and long-term stable plant operation.

7. POST-CONSTRUCTION TESTING

After project completion, we perform functional and other tests to verify that the treatment plant achieves the required operational parameters and effluent quality.

8. PLANT SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

We provide preventive and corrective maintenance, scheduled service inspections, and 24/7/365 technical support. Our systematic maintenance approach extends equipment lifespan, minimizes downtime risk, and ensures high operational efficiency.

9. PLANT MONITORING AND OPERATIONAL CONTROL

We implement SCADA and PLC automation and control systems that enable continuous plant monitoring, analysis of key process parameters, and rapid response to operational deviations or fluctuations in wastewater flow and loading. We place particular emphasis on reducing energy, chemical, and labor consumption.

10. PLANT OPTIMIZATION AND RECONSTRUCTION

We perform technical assessments of existing systems to identify capacity limitations, energy losses, and operational inefficiencies. Based on our findings, we recommend retrofits, upgrades, and modernization of technological process lines to improve efficiency, ensure compliance with new regulatory requirements, and extend plant service life.

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