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📢 Don't miss out! Read the full blog post NORTH-SOUTH COOPERATION IN THE MEDITERRANEAN: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES The cooperation between maritime clusters in the northern and southern Mediterranean is crucial for promoting innovation, sustainability, and economic growth in the region. The CALLMEBLUE project highlights the importance of this collaboration, aiming to establish and strengthen maritime clusters as key actors for innovation. Discover the challenges, such as economic and technological disparities, and the opportunities for knowledge and technology transfer, that define this vital cooperation. Learn about successful initiatives and strategic partnerships that exemplify the potential of North-South collaboration in fostering a sustainable blue economy. Read the full blog post on the CallmeBLUE website 🌊 to explore the dynamics of North-South cooperation in the Mediterranean: https://lnkd.in/dmbTpfAu Consortium Partners: ForMare - Polo Nazionale per lo Shipping | Cluster BIG - Blue Italian Growth | Federazione del Mare | Fórum Oceano | Leanovator (Leancubator) | Strategis - Maritime ICT Cluster | Clúster Marítimo-Marino de Andalucía (CMMA) | Cluster maritime Tunisien | Pôle Mer Méditerranée | ANIMA Investment Network Associated Partners: BUSINESSMED - Union Méditerranéenne des Confédérations d'Entreprises | UNIMED - Mediterranean Universities Union | CLÚSTER MARÍTIMO DE LES ILLES BALEARS #CallmeBLUE #BlueEconomy #BlueGrowth #MaritimeCluster #Cluster #Mediterranean

🌊 Continuing the Journey to Sustainability: Net Zero Ports & Harbours, Barcelona, March 14-15, 2024 Following a powerful opening, Manuel Melo, Innovation Manager for the Hub Azul Project and a key figure within the Fórum Oceano - Portugal Blue Economy Cluster, took the stage to delve deeper into the sustainable future of maritime operations. 🌱 Insightful Presentation: "The Critical Role of Ports and Harbours in Developing the Provision of Green Energy to Ship/Boat Operators" Melo’s expertise shone through as he navigated the complexities of integrating green energy solutions within ports and harbours. His presentation tackled pivotal areas: - Future Directions: Assessing renewable energy prospects for ships and boats, highlighting emerging trends and innovations. - Strategic Partnerships: Criteria for choosing partners and suppliers in the green energy transition, emphasizing the importance of alignment with sustainability goals. - Collaboration Challenges: Addressing the hurdles in forging effective cooperation among stakeholders, with practical insights on overcoming these obstacles to build a cohesive green energy infrastructure. Stay tuned as we share more insights from thought leaders shaping the future of sustainable maritime infrastructure at Net Zero Ports & Harbours. #NetZeroPortsHarbours #GreenEnergy #SustainableMaritime #Innovation #Collaboration

Do you know #astyMOVE? A good practice presented during TAAS - Tourism as a Service Interreg Europe 1st study visit in #Rhodes island. 🌿🚗 Astypalea: Smart and Sustainable Island Initiative 🚗🌿 The Hellenic Republic and Volkswagen Group are transforming Astypalea into a pioneering model of climate-neutral mobility. This ambitious project will replace the island's current transport system with electric vehicles and significantly increase the use of renewable energy sources, like solar power, to meet electricity demands. In the long run, Astypalea aims to become a leading example of sustainable and smart transport solutions. #SmartIsland #SustainableMobility #ElectricVehicles #RenewableEnergy #ClimateNeutral #Astypalea Κ2 Development Organization - South Aegean Region Konstantinos Papakonstantinou

🌊 SEANERGY Project and Port of Cartagena (Spain): Pioneering the Path to Zero-Emission Ports! 🌊 On October 25, SEANERGY joined forces with the Port of Cartagena in Spain to spotlight the future of zero-emission ports and sustainable innovation. 🌍⚡ This inspiring event brought together industry leaders, port authorities, and key stakeholders to explore ports' pivotal role in advancing the energy transition and promoting circular economy practices. The Port of Cartagena, a front-runner in sustainable port infrastructure, provided an ideal setting for SEANERGY’s vision: transforming ports into clean energy hubs that integrate electricity systems, hydrogen, and other low-carbon fuels, while actively promoting waste reuse and the circular economy. During the event, we unveiled the SEANERGY Master Plan, a guiding roadmap for ports to lead the way in environmental resilience and energy innovation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dGWB6w8v With the invaluable support of the SEANERGY Project consortium partners: 🤝 Magellan Circle 🤝 ATPERSON 🤝 Argo-Anleg GmbH 🤝 Δίκτυο ΔΑΦΝΗ / DAFNI Network 🤝 Eco Imagination 🤝 Ennshafen OÖ GmbH 🤝 Fundación Valenciaport 🤝 Future Proof Shipping 🤝 IHE Delft Institute for Water Education 🤝 RINA 🤝 World Maritime University Supported by Connecting EU, Docks the Future - Network of Excellence, CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, and the European Commission. #EUproject #HorizonEU #sustainableports #ZeroEmission #GreenTransition #CircularEconomy #PortInnovation #SustainableFuture #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #MaritimeIndustry Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Research Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

Sustainable Partnerships at the Forefront: Net Zero Ports & Harbours, Barcelona, March 14-15, 2024 Our journey into sustainability continued with an inspiring talk from Maja Felicia Bendtsen, Chief Business Officer  at Ronne Havn. Her presentation, “Establishing Successful Partnerships for the Provision of Green Energy/Fuel to Ship/Boat Operators,” shed light on the collaborative effort required to green the maritime industry. Key Takeaways: - Future of Renewable Fuels: Insights into the evolving landscape of ship and boat renewable energy and fuel. - Choosing the Right Allies: Strategies for selecting partners and suppliers who align with sustainability goals. - Collaboration is Key: Highlighting the importance of working with a diverse range of stakeholders, including marine vessel builders, ship operators, and public authorities, to foster effective cooperation. Overcoming Challenges: Tackling the hurdles in collaboration and infrastructure development for green energy and fuel. Bendtsen's vision for leveraging partnerships in accelerating the shift towards sustainable maritime operations was both compelling and actionable, emphasizing the critical role of strategic collaboration in achieving our sustainability ambitions. Stay tuned for further insights from our line-up of distinguished speakers at Net Zero Ports & Harbours. #NetZeroPortsHarbours #SustainableMaritime #GreenEnergy #Collaboration

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟   We are thrilled to announce the successful kick-off meeting of the REDU-CE-D project, held this Tuesday, May 14th in Dubrovnik! 🚀   🔍 About REDU-CE-D: REDU-CE-D is a pioneering initiative under the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE 2021-2027 program. The project focuses on developing a Customized Environmental Management System (EMS) to enhance energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption across various transport modes in Central Europe. 🌍   🎯 Project Objective: The primary aim of REDU-CE-D is to elevate energy efficiency within Central Europe's transportation sectors, including air transport, urban transport, waterway transport, and rail transport. By aligning with EU standards and implementing a jointly defined strategy, the project seeks to transpose the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) into practical solutions for sustainable transportation. 🚄✈️🚢🚌   💼 What Happened at the Kick-off Meeting: During the event hosted by Dubrovnik Airport, all project partners convened to discuss critical aspects of implementation, including Work Packages (WPs), objectives, outputs, activities, and related deliverables. This meeting provided a valuable opportunity for partners to acquaint themselves, foster collaboration, and outline future endeavors. 🤝   The journey of REDU-CE-D has officially begun, and we are excited to embark on this transformative venture towards a greener, more sustainable future for Central Europe's transportation landscape! 🌱   Stay tuned for more updates as we progress through this remarkable journey together! 🚀 #REDUCEDproject #InterregCENTRALEUROPE #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableTransportation #EMS

📰 Brussels, 01 February 2024: CLIA Europe, European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA), ESPO (European Sea Ports Organisation), FEPORT, SEA Europe and WaterborneTP jointly organised the EU Innovation Fund infoday for the waterborne transport sector, co-organised by the European Commission. Approximately 300 participants from the broader waterborne transport sector (private and public stakeholders) attended the infoday, showcasing the commitment of the sector to engage and set sail for deploying solutions for societal challenges, while highlighting the need for financial support for the uptake of clean fuels and for the deployment of innovations to progress as fast as possible on the net-zero pathway. Read more https://bit.ly/3Slw1mp

Upgrade alert from Finland! 📢 Four regional airports operated by Finavia —Ivalo, Kittilä, Kuusamo, and Rovaniemi— have reached the highest level of Airport Carbon Accreditation, Level 5! Thanks to transitioning to renewable energy, these airports have impressively reduced their carbon emissions by 98% ⚡ 🔋 Finavia's operations at all 20 of its airports have been carbon neutral since 2019, and they're committed to reaching Net Zero emissions across the entire network by 2025. Level 5 establishes a blueprint for achieving a Net Zero carbon balance at airports. At this level, airports must achieve and maintain Net Zero in Scopes 1 and 2 (direct and indirect emissions under the airport's control), while tackling Scope 3 emissions (indirect emissions outside of the airport's control) 🌍 ✈ Onnittelut 👏 Discover more details in our press release 👉 https://lnkd.in/enVcFQpX

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 We are proud to announce that O.M. Offshore Monitoring Limited (OSM), as the coordinator, has signed the contract with the European Commission to coordinate the SWIM Project under the Horizon Europe Space Programme (HORIZON-EUSPA-2023-SPACE). Alongside our esteemed international partners, we will officially launch this groundbreaking project on November 1st, 2024. 🌍 Our key partners include: - e.Ray Europa GmbH (Germany) - Rayner Software (USA) - IHCantabria (Spain) - Fundación Con Vida (Colombia) The SWIM Project aims to revolutionize surface water management by harnessing cutting-edge technologies and AI-driven solutions to monitor, predict, and protect water resources. This initiative will not only enhance environmental risk response but also create a significant social impact by supporting vulnerable communities in addressing challenges like water scarcity and pollution. 💧 Environmental and social impact: - Sustainable protection and management of water resources. - Contribution to SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation for All. - Empowering local communities in Latin America and other regions to manage and safeguard their water resources. - This project represents a critical step toward a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet and its people. Join us in this exciting mission to protect one of our most precious resources—water! #Innovation #SpaceTech #WaterManagement #Sustainability #SocialImpact #SWIMProject #HorizonEurope #AI #Collaboration #EnvironmentalProtection

Evolving Strategies for the Energy Transition: Highlights from Day 2 of Net Zero Ports & Harbours The conversation on sustainable maritime development took a strategic turn with Jordi Anglès , Commercial Coordinator at Port Tarragona, sharing his insights on "New Port Strategies for the New Energy Transition Era." His presentation provided a compelling look into the adaptative measures and forward-thinking approaches being employed at Port Tarragona to navigate the energy transition. Key Takeaways from Anglès Jové's Talk: - Port Introduction: An overview of Port Tarragona, emphasizing its crucial role in liquid bulk traffic and its strategic importance in the energy sector. - Commercial Opportunities: Identifying the commercial opportunities arising from the energy transition, with a focus on innovation and sustainable growth. - Collaborative Success: The significance of inter-organizational collaboration as a cornerstone for successful transition strategies. - Achieving Net Zero: Concrete steps and initiatives undertaken by Port Tarragona to decarbonize port activities, aiming for net zero emissions. Anglès Jové's presentation underscored the importance of strategic innovation and collaboration in achieving sustainability goals, positioning Port Tarragona as a leader in the transition towards greener port operations. #NetZeroPortsHarbours #EnergyTransition #SustainableMaritime #PortTarragona