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Do you have an innovative idea for the aquaculture sector? The Flemish Government is looking for new projects involving applied research and innovation in aquaculture. Project proposals can be submitted until 15 October 2026.

After a year of uncertainty, clarity has once again emerged regarding the further development of offshore wind energy in the Belgian North Sea. For companies in the sector, this brings new prospects for future investments and projects

Can small worms help make our beaches more resilient to erosion and climate change? Interim results from the Coastbusters LANICE project already offer promising perspectives for nature-based coastal protection.

European flat oyster reefs were once an important part of the North Sea ecosystem. However, overfishing, seabed disturbance and disease caused these reefs to disappear almost entirely from our waters. Today, increasing efforts are being made to restore these valuable habitats.

The Alga-Care intercluster project is investigating how bioactive compounds from microalgae could help prevent fatty liver disease. The project brings together expertise from marine biotechnology and the biomedical sector to develop new applications for microalgae.

With thousands of visitors, impressive ship tours and demonstrations on and around the water, Navy Days 2026 once again proved a highlight for anyone with an interest in the maritime sector. The event offered visitors a unique insight into life, work and innovation at sea.

At Blue Cluster's General Assembly on May 28, the members unanimously approved the renewed Board of Directors. The new composition follows an amendment to the articles of association.

The recently approved ORCAS project will begin developing new knowledge and technology on September 1 to protect critical underwater infrastructure in the North Sea. It originated within Blue Cluster.

This year’s Ostend at Anchor focused on 'caring for the sea'. Blue Cluster was also present during the four-day event to demonstrate how innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing can contribute to a sustainable future for our North Sea.

Poland aims to have 18 GW of wind energy capacity by 2040. The second phase of projects to make that goal a reality involves tenders for a total of 12 GW. This presents a wealth of opportunities for Belgian offshore players to get a piece of the action, but also poses challenges.

Plastic pollution is wreaking havoc. To map it more effectively, the SSPIRIT project aims to combine satellite imagery with advanced image processing and artificial intelligence. During the third Industrial Advisory Board several of these technologies were shown.

On Tuesday 2 June 2026, Blue Cluster and POM West Flanders welcomed North Sea Minister Annelies Verlinden to Bluebridge Ostend for a broad stakeholder event on the new Marine Spatial Plan (2026–2034).