As Enzymares approaches its conclusion in 2025, its implications for sustainability and industrial innovation are becoming increasingly clear. The project not only accelerates the discovery of marine enzymes, but also paves the way for cleaner and more efficient processes across a range of sectors.

Blue Cluster and POM West-Vlaanderen ask the future federal government to re-evaluate the draft Marine Spatial Plan 2026-2034. They advocate explicit space for innovation and economic developments that contribute to a wide range of societal challenges.

This week saw the operational start of NorthSeal, an advanced international platform for protecting the North Sea. The launch is a new milestone in the fight against sabotage, espionage and other threats to critical infrastructure at sea.

The importance of nature-based coastal defenses, like sand dunes, is clear, yet legislative challenges make their implementation difficult. Attempts are being made to overcome these hurdles by developing strategies and policies that support nature-based coastal defenses.

2024 was a year of progress and growth for the Flemish blue economy. We look back with pride on a number of major achievements, ranging from new projects and members to impactful events and international collaborations.

On Thursday 5 December, the Belgian Construction Awards 2024 took place. The Bankbusters consortium managed to win the silver medal in the 'Climate Future Projects' category. Congratulations to all partners in the project.

With every high tide and storm surge, coastal properties face increased risks. The SUSANA project is transforming these challenges into opportunities with a methodology that reveals the untapped value of sand dunes in flood protection.

Op 26 en 27 november vindt de derde Mission Arena van het project Blue Mission BANOS plaats in Amsterdam. Neem deel en verdiep je in actuele onderwerpen rond de blauwe economie, zoals mariparken, maritieme beveiliging en de blauwe bio-economie.

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.