MARINA-BLUE: Marine Adriatic Regional Innovation Network for Advancing Blue Economy
active 1 month, 1 week agoMARINA-BLUE: Marine Adriatic Regional Innovation Network for Advancing Blue Economy
Join Europe’s Most Ambitious Blue Economy Innovation Network!
€1.2M Budget | 36 Months | 5 Countries | Transformative Impact
Project Vision
MARINA-BLUE is creating the first comprehensive transnational innovation ecosystem connecting Adriatic-Ionian-Balkan regions through enhanced Smart Specialization Strategies (S3) focused on sustainable Blue Economy. We’re building bridges between research excellence, policy innovation, and business success across borders.
Current Strategic Partnership – Have already confirmed their participation
Region of West Greece (Lead Partner) – Policy & EU Integration
MPDO CONSULTING SA (Greece) – Strategic Innovation Management
FISPMED (Italy) – Network Mobilization (239 partners, 39 countries)
What We’re Building Together
• 5 Innovation Hubs across partner regions
• Digital Collaboration Platform connecting 750+ users
• 10 Advanced Technology Pilots in marine innovation
• Youth Innovation Academy with permanent structure
• Transnational S3 Strategy for Blue Economy 2030
• €1.1M Private Investments leveraged through network
Seeking Dynamic Associated Partners
We welcome organizations passionate about Blue Economy innovation:
For Research Institutions & Universities
• Access cutting-edge marine technology development
• Collaborate with 250+ researchers from Mihajlo Pupin Institute
• Participate in pilot projects and innovation programs
• European network expansion opportunities
For Businesses & SMEs
• FREE business incubation and acceleration services
• Direct access to €1.1M+ investment opportunities
• Market entry support across 5 countries
• Technology transfer and commercialization assistance
For Public Authorities & Regions
• Policy framework development and best practice sharing
• Capacity building programs and expert exchanges
• Integration with EUSAIR strategies and European Green Deal
• Regional development and cross-border cooperation
For NGOs & Development Organizations
• Stakeholder engagement in major EU initiative
• Capacity building program participation
• Network access to 39 countries through FISPMED
• Sustainable development and innovation focus
Exclusive Benefits for Associated Partners
Knowledge Access: 12 comprehensive online courses with certification
Networking: 15 study visits to leading innovation clusters
Events: 25+ workshops, seminars, and conferences
Mentoring: Individual support for 100+ young entrepreneurs
Platform Access: Digital collaboration tools and resources
Visibility: International recognition and partnership opportunities
Innovation Focus Areas
• Smart Marine Technologies: IoT, digital twins, AI applications
• Sustainable Aquaculture: Digital management and optimization
• Marine Renewable Energy: Optimization and grid integration
• Coastal Tourism: Digital transformation and sustainability
• Blue Biotechnology: Process innovation and commercialization
• Maritime Logistics: Smart systems and connectivity
Why Partner With MARINA-BLUE?
• Proven Excellence: Partners with 75+ years combined EU project experience
• Network Power: Access to FISPMED’s 239 partners across 39 countries
• Innovation Pipeline: Direct participation in 10 technology pilots
• Business Support: From idea to market through comprehensive incubation
• Policy Impact: Influence EU Blue Economy strategies and frameworks
• Sustainability: Permanent structures ensuring long-term cooperation
Ready to Transform Blue Economy Together?
Contact us NOW to secure your partnership:
adelaida@mpdo.gr
MPDO CONSULTING S.A.
Zakynthou 15, 26441, Patra, Greece
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
MARINA-BLUE: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity in the Blue Economy
Join us in charting the course for sustainable marine innovation leadership across the Adriatic-Ionian region and beyond. Your expertise, our network, unlimited possibilities!
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