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During the summer of 2014, Dialogic conducted research into the effectiveness and efficiency of the Subsidy Scheme for Innovative Shipbuilding (SIS). This measure was previously known as the Subsidy Scheme for Innovative Maritime Shipbuilding (SIZ) until it was expanded in 2012 to include the construction of inland vessels, tugboats, and floating offshore structures. The aim of the SIS scheme is to promote innovation in shipbuilding. The subsidies also aim to create a level playing field for yards competing with shipbuilders from countries where similar government policy measures are in place. The extent to which these goals have been achieved will be revealed in the evaluation to be conducted by Dialogic. In this evaluation, every effort will be made to comply with the evaluation standards recommended in the advisory report 'Dare to Measure' from the Theeuwes Committee.
The SIS scheme, under the responsibility of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, is implemented by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). Although the measure was terminated in 2012, this year the Dutch House of Representatives adopted an amendment to allocate budget for the continuation of the SIS. Therefore, Dialogic will not only evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the scheme in the past but will also endeavour to provide recommendations for the future.
