The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture (FAMENA) was founded as follower of the Royal Technical College founded in 1919. The FAMENA is a leading institution in education, science and expertise in the field of mechanical engineering, naval architecture and aviation in the Republic of Croatia. Five study programs are conducted at the FAMENA; studies in mechanical engineering, naval architecture, aviation, mechatronics and robotics in undergraduate and graduate studies, as well as doctoral and specialist studies. There are also 10 student associations at the faculty, and the FAMENA, in addition to technical skills, also cares about students’ sports activities. The mission of the faculty is to follow the principle of innovation as an essential factor for scientific research and teaching activities. Moreover, FAMENA educates professionals who will be capable of active and successful lifelong learning.

Rimac Technology is a Croatian company that is currently developing a new generation of motors, inverters, battery systems, transmission systems and infotainment. It was founded by Mate Rimac in 2009. with it’s headquarters in Sveta Nedelja. The company’s dedication to research and development is evident through it’s continuous pursuit of innovation and the filing of numerous patents in the electric vehicle domain. The main focus of this company is production of high-performance electric powertrains, battery systems and propulsion systems for various industries, including aerospace and maritime. As part of car development, the company collaborates with major automotive manufacturers while developing a large number of systems, components and technologies which will be applied and integrated into mainstream electric vehicles.

RASCO is a Croatian company founded by two friends in 1990. With it’s headquarters in Kalinovac they are today’s leader in manufacturing traffic maintenance equipment, and exporting their own high technology products all over the world.
Building on 30 years of experience, in 2021. RASCO introduced it’s first electric cleaner LYNX. Nowadays, they are working on sophisticated software solutions, new technologies for vehicles and machines, and, like us, exploring autonomous system.
RASCO products are intended for all year and all season maintenance of traffic infrastructure – motorways, roads in urban and rural areas, airports, parking areas, pedestrian walkways, bicycle tracks, unclassified forest paths and also river banks and canals.

AVL is a global company specializing in the development and engineering of powertrain systems for various industries. With their wide range of services that encompass research and development, testing and calibration of powertrain systems, they became a leading provider of different solutions for internal combustion engines, electrified powertrains and advanced simulation technologies. AVL has played the pivotal role in shaping the automotive landscape while nowadays their expertise extends to the fields of hybrid and electric vehicles. With a global presence and a diverse team of experts, AVL continues to be at the forefront of innovation, driving advancements in propulsion systems and vehicle development. 

TIKT Performance offers various engineering solutions of the highest quality and precision. With innovation as their priority in business, they provide wide range of services for different clients. The latest CAD/CAM technology helps them to create some exemplary products. They focus mostly on in-house manufacturing and distribution of machined and finished metal products. Our shared passion for sports cars encouraged this remarkable collaboration. Moreover, TIKT also specialized on performance optimization for sports cars and made their own line-up of forged wheels.

DMG MORI AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT is one of the largest German manufacturers of cutting machine tools and a manufacturer of milling machines with CNC control and CNC lathes. Behind DMG MORI stands the combined engineering mastery of 73 years of Mori Seiki and 151 years of GILDEMEISTER. The products that the company provides include machinery, industrial services, software and energy solutions. DMG MORI are present worldwide at 138 points of sale and service, and for their goals they state automation, digitalization, additional production, technological excellence and quality without compromise.

SKF is a Swedish company for the production of bearings and seals founded in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1907. The company is engaged in the development, design and production of bearings, seals and lubrication systems. It also provides machine condition assessment, engineering and processing services. SKF is the world’s largest manufacturer of bearings and employs around 44,000 people in 108 production units. The company is globally certified for IS0 14001 (environmental management system), IS0 50001 (energy management) and OHSAS 18001 (health and safety) standards. It’s business is also certified either according to IS0 9001 or according to current customer industry standards.

dSPACE is global provider of solutions for developing and testing electronic control systems in the automotive and aerospace industries. This German company was established in 1988. and since then has grown to become a leading player in the field of embedded software and hardware development tools. With a focus on real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing, dSPACE plays a crucial role in advancing technology and facilitating the development of next-generation vehicles. They often collaborate with research institutions and universities whose students they encourage to develop their knowledge and skills.