Piet Opstaele appointed as Blue Cluster's new CEO
After a thorough selection procedure, the Board of Directors of Blue Cluster has appointed Piet Opst...
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News in the spotlight
Call for suppliers within the LEVIATAD project
Do you have experience in marine defence or are you just good at organising workshops and online…
Thesis research at Blue Cluster: meet Alik
Allahyar Valiyev, also known as Alik, is currently engaged in his thesis research at Blue Cluster as…
Submit your application for the Flanders International Business Awards
Are you an international company operating in Flanders or a Flemish company active abroad? Take your…
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.
Projects in the spotlight
BLUE BALANCE
In progress
The general public is often insufficiently aware of and involved in the sustainable transition of the Flemish coastal area. That’s why the BLUE BALANCE project is aimed at creating public support and facilitating a comprehensive dialogue between local residents, tourists, local businesses and government authorities.
CORDOBA
In progress
The current hybrid offshore connections and offshore grids sometimes leave much to be desired in terms cost-effectiveness and durability. In other words, there is still much room for improvement in terms of design and operation. The CORDOBA project is strongly focused on this.
