The Messinian company 45-8 ENERGY, whose activity is focused on the exploration and eco-responsible production of industrial gases, has been selected by the State as a winner of the call for projects: “Recovery plan for industry” – strategic sectors. The prize is a €1.6 million subsidy, via the PROMET-Hé project. Description of a commitment and a success 100% Moselle.
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By Laurent Siatka
To promote the recovery of activity in a context of unprecedented health and economic crisis, the government announced on September 3, 2020 the implementation of a recovery plan of 100 billion euros, including 35 specifically for industry. The aim is to strengthen competitiveness through a massive plan to modernize production tools, support digital transformation and improve environmental performance. In this context, the Messina-based start-up 45-8 ENERGY, through the PROMET-Hé project, has been selected by the Ministry of Industry and BPI France as the winner of the call for projects: “Plan de relance pour l’industrie” – strategic sectors, which are committed to supporting an investment of €3 million with a €1.6 million grant.