Breadcrumb Home News Read the news articles from Blue Cluster about innovative activities and expertise in the sustainable blue economy. Digital sea (-) Maritime security Offshore renewable energy Shipping & Ports Sustainable coastal management Sustainable seafood & marine biotechnology Facet Articles domain 23 June 2026 First Flagship project for defense innovation 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 the Blue Cluster. 18 June 2026 Look back at Ostend at Anchor This year’s Ostend at Anchor focused on 'caring for the sea'. The 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. 03 June 2026 Belgium's section of the North Sea more important than ever On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the 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). 27 May 2026 Key takeaways from European Maritime Days 2026 Every year, the European Maritime Days shine a spotlight on maritime Europe to shape a sustainable blue economy, protect our oceans, and restore Europe’s competitiveness. This year, the event took place on May 21 and 22. 26 May 2026 Partnership on maritime safety officially launched The Blue Cluster and the Royal Higher Institute for Defense will now be collaborating on maritime security. The cooperation agreement was officially signed during the launch event on April 21. 21 May 2026 Call for proposals: solutions for more security in the North Sea Are you active in maritime security and do you want to demonstrate your technology in realistic conditions? Now is your chance. Blue Cluster is launching a new Call for Proposals for innovative solutions aimed at protecting critical maritime infrastructure. 31 March 2026 Building better protection for our offshore infrastructure What happens at sea has a direct impact on land. Protecting critical infrastructure is becoming increasingly important. Blue Cluster is joining forces with Defence, companies and knowledge institutions to build an ecosystem that addresses this challenge. 27 March 2026 MariParks at sea: finding the balance between economy and ecosystem How can different economic activities at sea be organised without losing sight of the ecosystem? Companies, policymakers and experts recently explored this question during an expert workshop on MariParks. 26 March 2026 From radar to drones: Flemish support for defence innovation Flanders is investing €3.65 million in technology for defence and security. Eight companies are receiving financial support from the Flemish government to further develop new applications. Several members of Blue Cluster are among them. 19 March 2026 CO-WATERS launches coalition for healthier oceans and waters Cities, ports and regions face major challenges related to water quality and ecosystems. Addressing these challenges requires both collaboration and concrete solutions. The CO-WATERS coalition therefore brings together local authorities, businesses and knowledge partners to accelerate results. 11 March 2026 Europe steps up action for a sustainable blue economy During the European Ocean Days 2026 in Brussels, policymakers, researchers and companies from across Europe came together to discuss the next steps in implementing the EU mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters.” Blue Cluster also attended the event. 13 February 2026 Blue Cluster calls for an innovation-driven European Ocean Act A new European Ocean Act is set to define the future of Europe’s seas. In a position paper, Blue Cluster outlines concrete recommendations to ensure the Act becomes a strategic enabler for innovation, security and sustainable growth at sea. Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Next page
23 June 2026 First Flagship project for defense innovation 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 the Blue Cluster.
18 June 2026 Look back at Ostend at Anchor This year’s Ostend at Anchor focused on 'caring for the sea'. The 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.
03 June 2026 Belgium's section of the North Sea more important than ever On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the 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).
27 May 2026 Key takeaways from European Maritime Days 2026 Every year, the European Maritime Days shine a spotlight on maritime Europe to shape a sustainable blue economy, protect our oceans, and restore Europe’s competitiveness. This year, the event took place on May 21 and 22.
26 May 2026 Partnership on maritime safety officially launched The Blue Cluster and the Royal Higher Institute for Defense will now be collaborating on maritime security. The cooperation agreement was officially signed during the launch event on April 21.
21 May 2026 Call for proposals: solutions for more security in the North Sea Are you active in maritime security and do you want to demonstrate your technology in realistic conditions? Now is your chance. Blue Cluster is launching a new Call for Proposals for innovative solutions aimed at protecting critical maritime infrastructure.
31 March 2026 Building better protection for our offshore infrastructure What happens at sea has a direct impact on land. Protecting critical infrastructure is becoming increasingly important. Blue Cluster is joining forces with Defence, companies and knowledge institutions to build an ecosystem that addresses this challenge.
27 March 2026 MariParks at sea: finding the balance between economy and ecosystem How can different economic activities at sea be organised without losing sight of the ecosystem? Companies, policymakers and experts recently explored this question during an expert workshop on MariParks.
26 March 2026 From radar to drones: Flemish support for defence innovation Flanders is investing €3.65 million in technology for defence and security. Eight companies are receiving financial support from the Flemish government to further develop new applications. Several members of Blue Cluster are among them.
19 March 2026 CO-WATERS launches coalition for healthier oceans and waters Cities, ports and regions face major challenges related to water quality and ecosystems. Addressing these challenges requires both collaboration and concrete solutions. The CO-WATERS coalition therefore brings together local authorities, businesses and knowledge partners to accelerate results.
11 March 2026 Europe steps up action for a sustainable blue economy During the European Ocean Days 2026 in Brussels, policymakers, researchers and companies from across Europe came together to discuss the next steps in implementing the EU mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters.” Blue Cluster also attended the event.
13 February 2026 Blue Cluster calls for an innovation-driven European Ocean Act A new European Ocean Act is set to define the future of Europe’s seas. In a position paper, Blue Cluster outlines concrete recommendations to ensure the Act becomes a strategic enabler for innovation, security and sustainable growth at sea.
