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The aquarium is privately owned by the biologist and scientist Milena Mičić, PhD, who founded the company in 2000. From a small family-owned business, Aquarium Pula has grown into a company which currently employs over 50 employees. It is recognised at the national level as an educational and scientific centre and is one of the top tourist attractions of the city of Pula.
Milena Mičić, PhD becomes a candidate for EUAC aquarium curator
Milena Mičić, PhD becomes an EUAC aquarium curator (full member)
Marine Turtle Rescue Centre opened in Aquarium Pula, the only rescue centre in the eastern Adriatic at the time
TurtleVet project implemented
Lifelong Learning Programme, Leonardo da Vinci sub-programme partnership on the topic of marine turtle care in the rescue centres of Lampedusa, Italy; Barcelona, Spain; and Dalyan, Turkey
Milena Mičić, PhD voted businesswoman of the year
Official rescue centre for wild animals opened (Aquarium Pula and MOC) 2017 – EAZA Academy Aquatic Animal Welfare Workshop certificate received
EAZA Academy Aquatic Animal Welfare Workshop certificate
Blue Project implemented
Contribution to the development of service learning at VFSZ
Project for reconstructing cannon block (fort revitalisation) implemented
Aquarium Pula became the only institution responsible for maintaining young and adult noble pen shells in ex-situ conditions (“Noble Sanctuary”)
First screening of the documentary
First screening of the documentary “Noble Sanctuary” at the 67th Pula Film Festival, produced by Aquarium Pula
Milena Mičić, PhD receives the prestigious “Istriana” award
Aquarium exhibit space expansion begins in auxiliary building – Battery San Giovanni
Project “Poseidon’s garden
Project “Poseidon’s garden – artificial reef in Valsaline bay” started
Two certificates received from the World Sustainability Organization
Two certificates received from the World Sustainability Organization – “Friend of the Sea” sustainability certificate and the “Turtle Safe Award” for long-term sea turtle care
Golden Marten of Istrian County
For business results of 2021. in the category of small companies
Golden Marten of Republic of Croatia
First place in the category of the most successful small commercial company in the Republic of Croatia
Special Mayor's Award
Ph.D. Milena Mičić received a special award from the Mayor of the City of Pula
Climate Change
Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time and it has a significant impact on the oceans. Aquariums around the world, including Aquarium Pula, are actively involved in the protection of marine ecosystems and the fight against climate change through conservation projects, education and cooperation with local communities. We are also one of the organisers of the annual scientific-professional conference on climate change and marine biology, which brings together experts and the public to discuss innovative solutions. We educate our visitors through interactive exhibits.
We begin by looking inwards...
Sustainable business
Aquarium Pula is committed to reducing its carbon footprint through sustainable operations. By using modern technology such as water recycling systems, LED lighting and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, we minimise energy consumption. Waste separation has been a daily routine for years, and since 2017, only cleaning agents made from natural ingredients have been used for maintenance and cleaning of the premises.
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