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Tourism Fund 2026
Incentives for the Sustainable Revitalization of Hotels and Accommodation Facilities
Upgrade your hotel's building envelope with VM Group solutions and access FRI-Tur.
The Ministry of Tourism has confirmed the refinancing of the Revolving Fund for Tourism Enterprises (FRI-Tur) for 2026. The goal is clear: to support businesses in the tourism and hotel sector in medium- and large-scale investments to improve hospitality services and, above all, to support the ecological and energy transition.
What benefits are available? The exact data
The 2026 Tourism Fund combines two different forms of incentive, covering up to 35% or more of eligible expenses (depending on the applicable aid scheme):
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Non-repayable grant: A direct contribution to expenditure of up to 35% of eligible costs. The exact percentage is determined based on the geographical location of the facility and the size of the business (micro, SME, or large enterprise).
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Subsidized financing: Granted by Cassa Depositi e Prestiti at an exceptional fixed rate of 0.50% per year, with a term of between 4 and 15 years and combined with a market-rate bank loan.
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Minimum eligible expenditure: The fund is intended for structured projects, with an investment value typically ranging from a minimum of €1,000,000 to a maximum of €10 million.
⚠️ Strategic Note: Energy retrofit interventions on the building envelope enjoy preferential treatment in the evaluation of scores for access to the Fund rankings.
The VM Group team of engineers and technicians is at your disposal to fully develop this part: we take care of preparing the thermal calculations, structural details, and technical documentation necessary to maximize your application's score and guarantee you the maximum incentive.
🛑 Technical transparency note: The ministerial decree defers certain details to the operational notice; therefore, it is prudent to wait for the final Invitalia documentation before considering these parameters as definitive. Our research department constantly monitors updates to ensure the accuracy of each parameter.
If your energy efficiency project requires an investment below the minimum threshold of €1,000,000, our team will guide you towards accessing Conto Termico 3.0 solutions, which allows you to incentivize ventilated facades without minimum budget constraints.
How VM Group enhances your investment in the Tourism Fund
The design and installation of a VM Group ventilated façade falls perfectly within the eligible expenses for "energy retrofitting" and "environmental sustainability." Choosing our concealed hybrid system or our advanced technologies allows you to achieve:
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Reduction in air conditioning costs: The integration of high-density insulation (such as rock wool) combined with the ventilated façade's chimney effect reduces a hotel's energy needs for winter heating and summer cooling by up to 40%.
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Excellent acoustic comfort: A crucial factor for hospitality facilities. The ventilated envelope insulates rooms from outside noise, dramatically improving your guests' experience and reviews.
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Aesthetic restyling and property revaluation: Transform an old building from the 1970s or 1980s into a contemporary luxury property thanks to the use of large-format porcelain stoneware or natural stone, without visual interruptions or exposed fasteners.
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Integration with Photoactive Facades and Decarbonization: In line with the other pillars of our Environment menu, the façade can be implemented with photoactive treatments for the reduction of air pollutants (Smog-eating), positioning your property as a truly eco-friendly Green Hotel.
Who can access the Fund?
The incentive is aimed at a wide range of tourism sector operators, including:
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hotels and inns;
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tourist villages;
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campgrounds;
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agritourisms;
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B&Bs;
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spas;
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marina resorts;
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beach resorts;
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conference facilities;
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wellness centers;
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tourism sector businesses identified by the ATECO codes established by the decree.
How VM Group fits into this context: Investments that generate value
For hotels, resorts, farmhouses, campsites and accommodation facilities.
We design and implement building and energy redevelopment projects aimed at increasing the value of the property, drastically reducing management costs, and improving the structure's competitiveness on the market.
What We Do (Our Ecosystem of Solutions)
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Energy efficiency of the building envelope: Design and installation of advanced ventilated facades with high thermal and acoustic performance.
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Architectural redevelopment: Comprehensive aesthetic restyling using large-format panels to transform the structure into a contemporary landmark.
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Photovoltaic and storage: Integration of systems for the self-production of clean energy.
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Heat pumps and high-efficiency systems: Optimization of air conditioning and heating systems.
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Wellness, spas, and common areas: Design of spaces dedicated to guest comfort and well-being.
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Digitization and smart building: Automation and consumption control systems (Building Automation).
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Incentives and subsidized financing: Complete management of applications for FRI-Tur 2026, Conto Termico 3.0, and other applicable incentives.
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Construction supervision and project management: Full coordination of safety and construction phases.
Getting ready today means arriving ready
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Drastically and permanently reduce energy costs;
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Improve acoustic and thermal comfort, enhancing the quality of the accommodation offering;
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Increase the property's asset value;
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Strengthen the property's competitiveness and "green" positioning.
⚠️ The time factor is decisive: Calls for proposals related to the PNRR and subsidized financing have tight deadlines and rigorous evaluation criteria. Those who arrive at the ministerial office with a technical project already defined and ready for construction have a significantly higher chance of receiving funding.
A single partner, from feasibility to reporting
To eliminate any fragmentation and ensure maximum reliability of the result, VM Group offers its services as a General Contractor through a process structured into 5 key phases:
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Preliminary Analysis
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Design
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Incentive Management
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Construction Management
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Reporting
Technical and economic feasibility study of the property.
Development of construction and executive details of the building envelope and systems.
Configuration of the application and monitoring of funding access requirements.
Construction site management with qualified workers and safety protocols.
Bureaucratic and technical closure of the application for the actual disbursement of grants.
VM Group will support clients and their designers through every step of the investment planning and management process.
Who We Are: VM Group operates internationally in the creation of high-performance building envelopes, ventilated facades, and innovative energy efficiency solutions, drawing on thirty years of experience in the field. A single, specialized partner to transform a financing opportunity into a concrete, secure, and measurable investment.
Mistakes to avoid when submitting your application
The FRI-Tur is a highly rigorous ranked or one-stop-shop tender. To avoid missing this opportunity:
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Do not submit generic projects: The technical report must clearly demonstrate the improvement in energy efficiency or environmental savings achieved thanks to the building envelope.
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Be aware of DNSH (Do No Significant Harm) constraints: All materials used on the façade must meet strict European environmental criteria to ensure they do not cause significant harm to the environment. VM Group systems are already mapped and compliant with these guidelines.
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Entrust yourself to VM Group's specialized support: To eliminate the risk of formal or technical errors that could compromise access to the fund, our team provides designers and contractors with the expertise of its qualified technicians.
We support you step by step in drafting supplementary documentation, developing construction nodes, and certifying the required requirements, ensuring a solid process that complies with Ministry standards.
Beyond FRI-Tur: The Direct Alternative to Thermal Account 3.0 for Building Envelope Efficiency
Not all building renovation projects meet the minimum investment threshold of €1,000,000 required by the 2026 Tourism Fund. However, this doesn't mean having to forgo the economic benefits of radical energy efficiency improvements.
The Thermal Account 3.0 is the ideal tool for businesses, hospitality facilities, and designers wishing to implement targeted thermal insulation projects and install ventilated facades on a variety of scales. Unlike ranked calls for proposals, this incentive offers direct access to incentives for replacing windows and doors, insulating opaque walls, and transforming buildings into nearly zero-energy buildings (NZEBs).
At VM Group, we engineer each facade package (including high-density rock wool insulation and concealed systems) to ensure full compliance with the technical requirements and thermal transmittance parameters required by the GSE. This way, we ensure a rapid return on your investment and the certainty of a construction site that complies with the highest current sustainability standards.
Request a technical feasibility study for your facility
VM Group's team of engineers and designers supports your business or architecture firm from the preliminary stage, providing the thermal calculations, structural details, and specifications required to submit your project for the 2026 Tourism Fund application.
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