Introduction to the announcement and objectives
The new public notice promoted by the Regional Department of Tourism, Sport and Entertainment of the Sicilian Region represents an important initiative aimed at supporting companies in the tourist-hotel and extra-hotel sector. The main objective is the improvement of the quality of the accommodation offer, through interventions aimed at the modernization of the structures, the adoption of digital technologies and the promotion of environmental sustainability.
However, participation in the announcement requires rigorous preparation, as access to funds is not guaranteed to everyone. The selection process is highly competitive and provides for stringent criteria, making a strategic approach necessary to maximize the chances of success.
Financial endowment and help regimes
The notice provides 135 million euros , divided between two distinct aid regimes. The exemption regime provides that 70% of the resources are intended for projects with an implementation of up to 3 million euros , while the de minimis regime reserves 30% of funds for reduced contributions, up to 300,000 euros .
The high competition for access to funding requires companies to present well -structured and sustainable projects. In the exemption regime, the available fund could finance only a few dozen large projects, while in the de minimis regime, the number of beneficiaries will still be limited. For this reason, correct planning and the adequacy of the design proposal are decisive elements to obtain the facility.
Eligible subjects and access criteria
The announcement is aimed at companies in the tourism sector, including both hotel and extra-hotel structures. Not only companies already active can participate, but also those still inactive, as long as they are regularly registered in the business register.
A significant aspect of the announcement is the possibility of participation also for companies which, on the date of submission of the application, do not yet have a production unit in Sicily. In this case, these companies will have to undertake to activate it before the contribution of the contribution. This opening aims to attract new investments in the tourist sector of the Region, encouraging local economic growth.
Eligible expenses and financeable interventions
The resources made available by the announcement are intended for development and redevelopment projects of accommodation facilities, with particular attention to interventions that favor technological innovation and environmental sustainability.
The renovation and expansion of existing structures, the construction of new accommodation activities and the recovery of abandoned properties, in line with the strategies of enhancing the Sicilian tourist heritage, can be financed. In addition, the announcement provides incentives for the adoption of innovative technological solutions, such as the installation of photovoltaic systems, LED lighting systems, home automation and technologies for water recovery, which improve the energy efficiency of the accommodation facilities and reduce the Environmental impact.
Presentation of the application and reward criteria
Applications must be submitted exclusively in electronic format, accompanied by detailed documentation. Among the fundamental requirements, the announcement requires the preparation of an in -depth business plan , which demonstrates the economic feasibility of the initiative, and a declaration of financial coverage , necessary to certify the ability of the company to support the part of the investment not covered by the public contribution.
Facilitation requests must also be accompanied by a letter of bank credentials or by a certificate issued by a Fidi consortium, which guarantees the financial solidity of the proposing subject. This requirement is essential to ensure that the projects are actually sustainable and can be successfully completed.
The evaluation of the applications is based on objective criteria and on a reward system. Higher scores will be assigned to projects that:
- Have a significant level of technological innovation
- Improve the environmental sustainability of the structures, adopting measures for energy efficiency
- Recover and enhance strict historical buildings or properties
- They create new jobs, with particular attention to youth and female employment
- They are located in rural areas, minor islands and areas with low accommodation capacity , where the tourist offer is limited and needs strengthening
- Favor the technological modernization of the structures with respect to simple building renovations
- Require contributions lower than the foreseen ceilings, demonstrating greater economic sustainability of the project
The critical issues of the announcement
Despite the opportunities offered, the announcement also presents critical issues. The high level of competition requires companies to present extremely solid and well -structured projects. In addition, the need to guarantee adequate financial coverage represents a significant obstacle for many SMEs.
The evaluation procedure, based on rigid criteria, leaves little room for margins of error, and an inadequate preparation of the documentation can involve exclusion from the ranking. In case of equal score between two or more projects, the assignment of the last fundable positions will be carried out by drawing, introducing an element of uncertainty that can influence the final outcome.
Mad Management Advisor's support
Given the complexity of the procedure and the selectivity of the announcement, relying on professional support can make the difference. Mad Management Advisor offers a specialized consultancy service to accompany companies in all stages of the application process.
The team of experts provides assistance in the feasibility analysis of the project , in the drafting of a personalized business plan , and in the preparation of a declaration assembled by a chartered accountant, aimed at guaranteeing the economic and financial validity of the investment plan.
Mad Management Advisor also supports companies in completing the technical-administrative documentation, in the management of communications with the financial bodies and in the monitoring of the phases following the submission of the application, until the granting of the contribution.
Conclusions
The "Tourism and hospitality" call forms a great opportunity for Sicilian tourist companies, but requires meticulous preparation and a well -defined strategy to obtain financing.
Relying on expert consultants such as the Mad Management Advisor can significantly increase the chances of success, guaranteeing a methodical and professional approach to the candidacy. Contact us for personalized advice and transform your entrepreneurial project into a winning reality.
