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25 October 2024

Results of survey on economic activity at sea

In September 2024, the partners in the Test@Sea project launched a survey among the general public with regard to economic activities in the Belgian North Sea. The results have meanwhile been processed, and we gladly share the most important conclusions.

Blue Accelerator

14 October 2024

Shape the Future of Offshore Testing in the Belgian North Sea

There is an increasing demand for test capacity at sea. The partners in the Test@Sea project have therefore developed three surveys to better understand the needs of the industry. Your input is highly appreciated and will help develop future-proof test facilities to meet industry needs.

Vlaanderen Innovatie

02 October 2024

New Flemish Government increases investments in innovation

The newly formed Flemish Government have announced their plans and ambitions for the future. Innovation will be an important cornerstone of Flemish policy. The six Flemish spearhead clusters welcome this decision and have drawn up a joint statement.

Bulgarian Black Sea

13 September 2024

Offshore wind potential in the Bulgarian Black Sea

The countries bordering the Black Sea are increasingly looking at offshore wind as a way to secure their energy supply and reduce their dependence on fossile fuels. Bulgaria shed some light on its plans and ambitions during the second edition of the Marine Renewable Energy Academy.

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06 September 2024

International plans of ambitions? ELBE gladly helps you out

Are you a small or medium-sized enterprise active in offshore renewable energy and would you like to expand your activities in the UK, the USA, Brazil or Japan? If so, you can apply for financial support (€ 1500 - € 2500) via ELBE Eurocluster.

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Eighteenth project call of Blue Cluster launched

Our 18th project call has been open since 30 August. Project proposals can be submitted until 3 October. The present call is open to all innovation domains of Blue Cluster and to all project types, excluding completely new cSBR projects. Feasibility studies can be submitted throughout the year.

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Last chance to have your say on the Marine Spatial Plan

Until 27 August, you can give your opinion on the new marine spatial plan for the Belgian part of the North Sea. The current draft is the third version of the MRP and will apply for eight years. Blue Cluster has some reservations about the new plan.

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Sailing safely past the Belgian offshore wind farms

More and more vessels are sailing through the Belgian wind farms. This is prohibited by law, as it jeopardises the safety and operation of the wind farms. Belgian Offshore Platform has therefore launched a targeted campaign on safe sailing.

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Wind energy in Europe: facts and figures

What is the share of wind energy in the energy mix? How many wind turbines are there in Europe? And what materials are wind turbines made of? Immerse yourself in the new WindEurope publication and increase your knowledge of wind energy in Europe.

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Boost your SME with ELBE's financial support

Are you an SME operating in the field of offshore renewable energy? Then you have an opportunity to receive financial support for individual services and training thanks to the ELBE Eurocluster project. Apply and let your ambitions shine.

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Offshore Wind in South Korea: state of affairs as of June 2024

In 2020, South Korea launched its Green New Deal with the aim of reaching net zero emissions by 2050. Within this scope, the country wants to realize 40.7 GW of offshore wind energy by 2038. Find out more about the current state of affairs of offshore wind in South Korea in this market update.

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Meet the winners of the Blue Innovation Awards 2024

The 2024 Blue Innovation Awards ceremony once again demonstrated that the blue economy is thriving in Flanders. The presented projects were all of particularly high quality. That did not make it any easier for the jury and the audience.