The project, organised under the auspices of the six municipalities of the Lower Savinja Valley, the Savinja Development Agency, and the Lower Savinja Valley Development Partnership, celebrated its 14th edition this year. Over this period, a total of 278 innovators have participated, presenting 160 innovations from a wide range of fields and industries.



This year once again, the participating innovators showcased outstanding solutions that demonstrate how innovation remains a key driver of development, progress, and competitiveness. The title of Best Innovator of the Lower Savinja Valley 2025 was awarded to Gregor Strniša, Gašper Gril, and Jan Štiglic for the development of a mixed beverage dispensing system with integrated cooling and payment functionality.

The event's guest of honour was Matjaž Nemec, Member of the European Parliament, who highlighted the importance of innovation as a driving force for development and one of the best responses to the many challenges of modern society. He also emphasised the importance of supporting innovative projects and strengthening the connection between knowledge, research, and entrepreneurship.

Following the official part of the event, we presented our company, development activities, and commitment to the continuous improvement of products, processes, and services. On this occasion, Matjaž Nemec expressed his appreciation for our work and stated:

»I would also like to thank the host of today's award ceremony, Mr. Sašo Kronovšek, Managing Director of SILCO d.o.o., for the company presentation and tour. SILCO demonstrates a strong commitment to improvement, continuous development, and the courage to overcome challenges in the demanding automotive refinishing market and the wider automotive industry.«

Matjaž Nemec, Member of the European Parliament

We believe that innovation is the key to long-term development, which is why we are proud to support initiatives that encourage creativity, research, and the development of new ideas and solutions. We are proud to have hosted an event that recognises and rewards individuals and teams whose work contributes to the development of the region and the wider economy.

We sincerely congratulate all award recipients and participants on their achievements and wish them continued success in the further development of their innovations.