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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.

Partnerschap Marifish.Inc

26 September 2024

Blue Cluster and Marifish.Inc enter into a strategic partnership

Marifish.Inc, the incubator focused on mariculture and aquaculture, innovative fisheries, marine data & nature restoration, biotechnology and ocean & human health, is operating in full swing. To extend its operations even further, Marifish.Inc is now teaming up with Blue Cluster.

SUSANA enquete

20 September 2024

Help shape the future of our coastlines

We are thrilled to invite you to participate in an exciting survey coordinated by the SUSANA project team. The goal of this survey is to enhance Belgium's future coastline through a better understanding of how people enjoy and interact with the sand and the beach.

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.

ELBE Internationalisation call 3

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.

Zee stenen gestapeld

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.

achtergrond water windmolens

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.

Norway nature

European Nature Restoration Law set to enter into force

Most of Europe's nature is in poor condition. The European Union therefore approved a law earlier this year with various measures to restore nature and promote biodiversity. This European Nature Restoration Act will take effect on 18 August.

SUSANA project

Exploring the surprising impacts of sediment dispersal

The SUSANA project strives to protect our coasts while respecting the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. Within this scope, the partners delve into the complex realm of sediment dispersal and its broader environmental impacts.

Veilig varen offshore windmolenparken

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.