Offshore sector calls for clarity on new wind tender
During the Belgian Offshore Days in Ostend, the Belgian offshore wind sector called on the federal g...
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News in the spotlight
CO-WATERS launches coalition for healthier oceans and waters
Cities, ports and regions face major challenges related to water quality and ecosystems. Addressing ...
The role of biomass in the blue bioeconomy
Sustainable production requires change. Both on land and at sea, we are rethinking how to build a gr...
Europe steps up action for a sustainable blue economy
During the European Ocean Days 2026 in Brussels, policymakers, researchers and companies from across...
Projects in the spotlight
AlgaeVALOR
In progress
The by-products of seaweed processing are often considered waste and are incinerated. The AlgaeVALOR project aims to convert these residual flows into valuable products. In this way, the partners in this international project help build a circular economy.
SWiM
In progress
Over the past decades, Belgium has built a strong reputation in the development of offshore wind energy. Now the country also wants to play a leading role in the development of offshore solar energy. The partners in the SWiM project rise up to the challenge.
On the agenda
Knokke
Bombs and shells: remnants of the past
The Blue Cluster focuses on efficient and sustainable forms of fishing and aquaculture, and explores the potential of marine resources. Within that context, we conduct research into the cultivation of mussels, oysters and seaweed, among other things. We are also looking at the possibilities of constructing sea farms.