We invite you to participate in the National Forum: Croatia in the 5th Industrial Revolution, which will take place on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Accelerator Hall of the Zagreb Innovation Center (ZICER).
The forum is organized by the Institute for Industry 5.0, in collaboration with the Ruđer Bošković Institute, Hashnet, Cotrugli Business School, the Association of Multitasking Managers – Business Club, ZICER, AI&Gaming EDIH, Educatorium, and partner organizations.
Industry 5.0 introduces a new paradigm that goes beyond the automation and digitization of Industry 4.0, focusing on humans, sustainability, and economic resilience. This strategic step enables the transition to the economy of the future based on innovation, circular economy, and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, digital twins, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Why Attend the National Forum?
The forum provides a unique opportunity for key stakeholders from industry, academia, the public sector, and research institutions to connect, exchange knowledge, showcase best practices, and shape strategic guidelines for the future of Industry 5.0 in Croatia. The event is intended for representatives of industries, ministries, business associations, development centers, technology parks, research institutions, and companies that are already implementing or planning to adopt Industry 5.0 principles.
Key Highlights of the Forum:
- Overview of global trends and the European framework for Industry 5.0
- Presentation of best practices
- Discussion on strategic guidelines for transitioning to Industry 5.0
- Development of a declaration to accelerate the adoption of Industry 5.0 in Croatia
The number of participants is limited, so please confirm your participation by March 14, 2025, via the registration form at the link HERE.
Forum Agenda
9:00 – 9:30 – Participant Registration
9:30 – 9:45 – Opening Remarks
- Tadej Slapnik, Director, Institute for Industry 5.0 / Hashnet
- Frane Šesnić, Director, Zagreb Innovation Centre (ZICER)
- Mr. Antonio Bebek, Acting Director of the Directorate for Industry and Mining, Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Croatia
9:45 – 10:00 – Keynote Lecture: Industry 5.0 and Its Importance for Croatia
- Dr. Slavko Vidović, CroSI / Infodom
10:00 – 10:15 – Overview of European Initiatives and Activities Related to Industry 5.0
- Laura Roman, European Commission (awaiting confirmation)
10:15 – 10:30 – Overview of Funding Activities Related to Industry 5.0
- Mario Čelan, Director, Euducatorium
- Boris Šajnović, Director, Skozi / Institute for Industry 5.0
10:30 – 10:40 – Industry 5.0 as a Catalyst for Green and Energy Transition
- Dr. Ernest Vlačić, FEFA Faculty / NOVAMINA CIT
10:40 – 11:00 – Lecture: HAI5 and Industry 5.0
- Dražen Kapusta, Principal Cotrugli Business School / Hashnet
11:00 – 11:15 – Coffee Break
11:15 – 11:45 – Potentials of Industry 5.0 for the Croatian Economy and Society
- Aco Momčilović, President of the Global AI Ethics Institute
- Teodor Petričević, UNDP IRH, Digital Partnership and Accelerator Lead
- Tomislav Plesec, Coordinator of AI&Gaming EDIH
- Robert Kuščar, Multitasking Managers Association – Business Club
- Branka Prišlić, Secretary of the Voice of Entrepreneurs Association
- Ivana Kolar, Vice President of the HR-SLO Chamber of Commerce
- Tihomir Babić, President, Croatian Chamber of Economy, Sisak-Moslavina County (awaiting confirmation)
- Vandri Montabello, President of Business Club 5
- Miroslav Ovanin, Court Expert
11:45 – 13:15 – Examples of Good Practices in Industry 5.0
- Hrvoje Sagrak, Director, Infodom
- Urban Pevnik, Director, HIProject / Institute for Industry 5.0
- Lea Škrubej, Director, Metabees Agency / Institute for Industry 5.0
- Elina Komlanc, Vandri
- Alen Kos, Davor Žmegar, Daruvar Brewery (awaiting confirmation)
- Nikola Mujdžić Rašić, GoThrive Group Platform LTD
- Matjaž Cehnar, Marovt Group
- Dražen Škrlec, Vidaco
- Vlado Gobec, Director, Pro-Bit
- David Kvaternik, Tvornica Tech
- Mag. Damir Petričević, Petričević Group
- Gabrijela Mijatović and Igor Buzov, AI Center Lipik
13:15 – 13:30 – Presentation of Forum Conclusions
13:15 – 14:15 – Informal Gathering and Networking
