Submariner Network for Blue Growth

Register for the Nature Restoration Law Webinar
2025-09-08 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Berlin)
On behalf of the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUKN) and the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation (BfN), we warmly invite you to a dedicated local stakeholder webinar on Article 5 of the EU Nature Restoration Law (NRL), focusing on German marine ecosystems, taking place online in German from 13:00-17:00 on 8 September.

Hybrid Workshop: Developing novel Blue biorefineries from aquatic resources
2025-09-09 14:00 - 17:00
We are excited to announce an upcoming international hybrid event dedicated to innovation in blue biorefineries. This unique gathering will bring together researchers and industry leaders to explore sustainable ways of harnessing aquatic resources to develop circular and high-value chains.

ALLIANCE kick-off
2025-09-10 00:00 - 2025-09-12 23:59
The European algae industry has grown significantly over recent decades, primarily serving niche high-value markets such as food supplements and nutraceuticals. However, with the increasing demand for alternative food ingredients and bio-based chemicals—driven by the EU’s push towards a bio-based economy—the market for microalgae-based products is expected to expand. Despite this potential, high production costs and limited market volume remain key barriers to scaling a sustainable, profitable, and circular algae industry.

ALLIANCE aims to overcome these challenges by redefining the microalgae value chain through a multi-product biorefinery approach, expanding the adoption of microalgae-based products in the EU market, improving their cost-effectiveness and sustainability. The goal is to establish algae-based ingredients through multi-product biorefineries for the food, aquafeed, cellular agriculture, and agriculture sectors.

The project aims to demonstrate scalable and cost-competitive biorefinery processes using solvent-free extraction and wet biomass (bypassing dewatering) to reduce nutrient use, recirculate water, and prioritise renewable energy. The project will integrate processes from four algae pipelines into 15 near-zero waste product lines. Additionally, it will work with diverse stakeholders and policymakers to drive market penetration and address regulatory gaps, fostering the growth of microalgae-based products in Europe.

The kick-off meeting will be in Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands.

ICES Annual Science Conference 2025
2025-09-15 00:00 - 2025-09-18 23:59
We are excited to host the Annual Science Conference (ASC) at Klaipeda University in Lithuania on 15-18 September 2025.

The ASC will feature a dynamic programme, covering key areas of ICES Science, including ecosystem science, human impacts, emerging technologies, and conservation.

Join us for an exciting and inspiring event, shaping the future of marine science and supporting the global community of marine researchers.

Aquaculture Europe 2025
2025-09-22 08:00 - 2025-09-25 17:00 | Valencia Congress Centre, 60 Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas, Valencia, 46015, Spain
With its diversity of species and production technologies, its diversity of market propositions and with its reverence for the environment and the way in which this is changing, Aquaculture is established as an essential sector in global food supply. There is therefore no doubt that aquaculture is and needs to be for everyone.

This all-inclusive concept is feasible and compatible with the environmental integrity of our coastal areas, with the regeneration and sustainability of our primary sectors, with the economic well-being for important food value chains, with the professional and entrepreneurial formation of local human capital and with the long-life learning needs of our public administrations.

Developing social licence and promoting not only the production and commercialization of high quality and health aquatic feeds, but also the ecosystem services that aquaculture provides, are key features of AE2025 – giving value to each and every person in Spain and throughout Europe.

The AE2025 parallel sessions will cover the full scope of European aquaculture scientific disciplines and species and will comprise submitted oral and poster presentations. AE2025 will also feature an international trade exhibition, industry forum, student sessions and activities, satellite workshops and updates on EU research.

Register for the Mission Ocean EU Presidency Conference
2025-09-23 00:00 - 2025-09-24 23:59
Registration is now open for the conference, which will take place on 23–24 September 2025 at Nyborg Strand, Denmark. The conference is part of the official programme of the Danish EU Presidency and will highlight Europe’s commitment to the restoration and sustainable management of its ocean and waters.

This Mission Ocean & Waters event is organised by the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in collaboration with DTU and the Ministry of Environment and Gender Equality, with support from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. It is supported by the European Commission and will bring together leading voices from the ocean community, including EU Commissioners, researchers, and policymakers from across Europe.

Take an active role in shaping the future of Europe’s Ocean and Water initiatives!

Unlocking EU Aquaculture Potential with Good Husbandry Practices
2025-09-30 13:00 - 15:25
This webinar will present the European Commission’s new Guidance on Good Husbandry Practices, a practical tool to support aquaculture producers in meeting EU standards, while enhancing animal health and welfare, and strengthening environmental sustainability.

Seaweed Industry Contribution to Blue-Bioeconomy FORUM
2025-10-02 00:00 - 23:59
This hybrid event will bring together experts, innovators, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and accelerate the development of the seaweed sector within the blue bioeconomy across European regions. Whether you attend in person in Gran Canaria or online, this forum promises engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and fresh perspectives on seaweed innovation. Registration opens soon! Stay tuned — we’ll share the full agenda and speaker details in our next newsletter. Let’s grow the future of the seaweed sector together! 🌿

DanFish International Fishing & the Maritime Industry
2025-10-07 00:00 - 2025-10-09 23:59
DanFish International is one of Europe’s most significant exhibitions and a unique networking forum for visitors and exhibitors from around the world within the fishing industry, aquaculture, and the maritime sector.

DanFish is held every two years, and the next edition will take place takes place at Aalborg in Denmark.

7th NordicRAS Workshop
2025-10-08 08:00 - 2025-10-09 17:00 | AKKC, Aalborg, Denmark
Prepare for the 7th NordicRAS workshop! Save the dates of October 8-9, 2025, for our upcoming event at AKKC in Aalborg, Denmark, coinciding with DanFish 2025. There will be a small aquaculture fair as well, and you can opt to join a guided technical tour on October 10th. More details on how to register and how to submit abstracts will be shared in the spring. The aims of The Nordic Network on Recirculating Aquaculture Systems are to co-ordinate and strengthen research and development of Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) in Nordic countries. Everybody with an interest in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems are very welcome to join the network including interested parties outside the Nordic Countries.

Cognition Conference
2025-10-13 09:00 - 2025-10-15 17:00
Cognition Conferences warmly invites you to join us at the Aquaculture Conference, set to be held in Amsterdam, Netherlands from October 13-15, 2025. The conference theme, “Advancing Aquaculture Production Technology: Innovations for Sustainable Growth and Global Impact,” underscores our commitment to exploring cutting-edge advancements in the field. Over the course of three days, our event will serve as a pivotal forum for discussing a wide range of topics related to aquaculture technology. It will feature keynote lectures, oral presentations, and poster sessions designed to foster the exchange of new ideas and insights among professionals from diverse backgrounds worldwide. Participants will include scientists, researchers, academics, marine biologists, aquaculturists, industry representatives, and more.

Cognition Conferences provides a vital platform for researchers to share their findings, strategies, and visions with a global audience dedicated to advancing knowledge and responsibility towards a sustainable future.

ReMAP Project Final Conference
2025-10-14 00:00 - 23:59
Are you an MSP practitioner? Join the ReMAP Final Conference in Helsinki on 14-16 October 2025 and become an expert on monitoring and assessment of Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP).

2nd EU Algae Awareness Summit
2025-10-16 00:00 - 2025-10-17 23:59 | Axica Conference Centre
Registration is now open to the public for the 2nd EU Algae Awareness Summit, taking place on 16–17 October 2025 at the Axica Conference Centre in Berlin, Germany. Following the success of the first-ever EU Algae Awareness Summit, this second edition continues the effort to raise awareness among EU Member State administrations and citizens about the many benefits of algae cultivation, products and services — for regional economies, coastal communities, and the health of our ocean and waters. Organised by EU4Algae in cooperation with the European Commission, the summit will bring together experts, industry leaders, project representatives and citizens to explore successful initiatives, exchange knowledge, and discuss the future of algae in Europe and beyond. The event will feature opportunities for discussion, networking, hands-on activities and exhibitions. Participation is free of charge and open as long as capacity allows. Please note that all registrations are subject to approval by the organisers.

Blue Bio Techpreneurs Atlantic Hackathon
2025-10-17 00:00 - 2025-10-19 23:59
Call for Challenges Now Open! 🚨 Be part of the Atlantic Hackathon – the local edition of Ocean Hackathon® 2025 in Peniche, Portugal.

We are now accepting challenge submissions until 15 May 2025. If you are a startup, company, research institute, or individual with an idea related to the ocean and seas, we invite you to submit a challenge and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to bring it to life during this 48-hour innovation sprint.

🔍 A challenge should:

✔️ Be linked to the ocean or seas

✔️ Address sustainability, innovation, or preservation

✔️ Involve the use of data

✔️ Be suitable for prototype development during the event

Submit your challenges here! https://bluebiotechpreneurs.eu/atlantic-hackathon/

Nordic Photosynthesis Congress and Nordic Algae Symposium 2025
2025-10-20 08:00 - 2025-10-23 17:00 | Konventum, Erling Jensens Vej 1, Elsinore, 3000, Denmark
This conference aims to bring together researchers, professionals, and experts in the field of photosynthesis and algae biotechnology to share their knowledge, insights, and advancements.

The Nordic Photosynthesis Congress and Nordic Algae Symposium 2025 (NPC-NAS 2025) aim to provide a dynamic forum that brings together a diverse mix of international and Nordic experts, while also showcasing the innovative research of early-career scientists through numerous presentations.

EX-AQUA workshop “Advancing algae aquaculture: innovative pathways for the Black Sea region"
2025-10-30 09:00 - 18:30
EX-AQUA organised one-day event that aims to bring together researchers, industry stakeholders, and local policy representatives to exchange knowledge and co-design future strategies in algae aquaculture and applications in Black Sea. The workshop aims to accelerate innovation uptake and foster regional cooperation in the Black Sea area.

Save the date for the WIN-BIG Baltic event this November
2025-11-05 00:00 - 2025-11-06 23:59
Join us for the Women in the Blue Economy (WIN-BIG) Baltic Event from 5-6 November in Kiel, Germany! This event is part of a series of three regional Sea Basin events (Mediterranean, Baltic and Atlantic) organised by the WIN-BIG project to strengthen gender inclusivity in the Blue Economy across Europe.

This 2-day event will bring together professionals, leaders, and stakeholders from all sectors of the Blue Economy to create a welcoming space for knowledge sharing, skill building, and connection. The event will address the barriers women face in the sector, showcase opportunities, and foster innovative ways to climb the Blue Economy career ladder.

Why Join? 🔹 Plenary (5 Nov, morning): Keynotes & panels on the state of gender equality across blue sectors in the Baltic Sea region—and how to move the needle.🔹 Learning Labs (5 Nov pm–6 Nov am): Small-group sessions (50–60 participants) on negotiation, IP, funding strategies, and cross-sector communication.🔹 Women’s Retreat (6 Nov, afternoon): Time for reflection, confidence-building, and peer connection.

Whether you work in shipping, marine energy, aquaculture, research, coastal tourism, or ocean technology, this event is designed to equip you with tools and networks to grow professionally and inspire change.

The event will be held in English.

Check the draft agenda below:

TETRAS Final Event
2025-11-06 00:00 - 23:59
The TETRAS Final Event will take place in Nykøbing Falster, Denmark in collaboration with the Danish Bioeconomy Conference 2025.This year’s focus: New Pathways for Farming and Aquaculture – exploring how innovation, sustainability, and collaboration can drive the future of food production.TETRAS will host a dedicated session on the business potential of Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) with a focus on real-world applications from the TETRAS project.This session will explore:🔹 Innovative uses of technical and geothermal water🔹 RAS as a tool for education and awareness🔹 The value of sustainability assessments (LCAs, KPIs, ESG) in business planning🔹 How data and policy developments are shaping RAS innovation

Join the 5th Baltic Maritime Spatial Planning Forum
2025-11-11 00:00 - 2025-11-12 23:59
SUBMARINER will co-organise a workshop on 11–12 November 2025 in Riga, Latvia, with VASAB on Effective Use of Space for a Sustainable Blue Economy: Baltic Approaches to Multi-Use in Marine and Coastal Areas, as part of the NESBp and ULTFARMS projects.

5th EU Blue Parks Community Workshop
2025-11-19 10:00 - 13:00
Join the 5th EU Blue Parks Community Workshop on 19 November 2025 (online)! Under the theme “Achieving Mission Ocean and Waters Protection Targets”, the workshop will showcase Horizon Europe and Mission Ocean projects contributing to Europe’s 2030 goals of protecting 30% and strictly protecting 10% of marine areas. Discover achievements, lessons learned, and the impact of EU Blue Parks projects.

EMODnet Open Conference 2025
2025-11-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Brussels, Belgium, Brussels, Belgium
The EMODnet Open Conference 2025 (25–26 November, Brussels) will highlight the role of the European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) as the marine data backbone for EU ocean policy. The event will focus on how EMODnet supports the European Digital Twin of the Ocean (EDITO) infrastructure, the European Ocean Pact, and the European Ocean Observation Initiative—strengthening data-driven action for a sustainable blue economy.

Digital Ocean Forum 2025
2025-11-27 08:00 - 2025-11-28 17:00
The Digital Ocean Forum 2025 (27–28 November, Brussels) will bring together ocean scientists, innovators, and policymakers to explore the latest developments of the European Digital Twin of the Ocean (EDITO). The event will focus on how digital technologies and ocean data can enhance marine knowledge, support policy implementation, and drive innovation across the sustainable blue economy.

AlgaEurope 2025
2025-12-09 00:00 - 2025-12-12 23:59
AlgaEurope 2025 will focus on algae production, commercialization, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.

European Maritime Days
2026-01-07 08:00 - 17:00
European Maritime Day 2026 will take place in Limassol, Cyprus on the 21-22 May 2026 as an in-person event with plenary sessions live streamed.

Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA)
2026-01-14 08:00 - 17:00
The GFFA is an annual international conference held in Berlin that brings together experts from politics, business, science, and civil society to discuss food security and agricultural sustainability. This years theme is Water. Harvests. Future.

The 3rd European Blue Economy Conference 2026
2026-02-03 09:00 - 18:00
The conference will bring together policymakers, industry leaders and innovators to explore the future of Europe’s blue economy and its role in driving sustainability and competitiveness. Against the backdrop of growing geopolitical complexity, climate urgency, and accelerating technological innovation, this one-day forum will dive into key issues shaping the blue economy – from ocean health and marine protection to decarbonisation of shipping, offshore clean energy, and global ocean governance and security.

2nd Symposium: Full Sail Ahead Towards the Sustainable Blue Economy
2026-02-11 08:00 - 17:00
The Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership will host the second edition of its biennial Symposium in Bucharest, Romania. The event will mark the midpoint of the Partnership’s journey, reflecting on achievements, showcasing funded projects, and shaping the next steps for Europe’s sustainable blue economy.

European Ocean Days & 4th Mission Annual Forum
2026-03-02 08:00 - 2026-03-06 17:00 | Brussels, Belgium, Brussels, Belgium
The European Ocean Days is a week-long event with a series of dynamic and interconnected sessions focused on key ocean-related themes, all designed to encourage participants to engage across topics and contribute to a shared vision for the prosperity, competitiveness, security and sustainability of our ocean. The event serves also as a major opportunity for Mission Ocean visibility, cross-project engagement, and showcasing Baltic-related initiatives.

Final Event: Baltic MUPPETS & COOL BLUE
2026-03-10 08:00 - 17:00
fter years of collaboration to advance sustainable, low-trophic aquaculture in the Baltic, this is our moment to bring it all to the surface.

The final event of Baltic MUPPETS and COOL BLUE will celebrate achievements, showcase real solutions, and connect the community driving change across the Baltic region.

Expect a full day of inspiration and exchange, featuring innovations that regenerate both ecosystems and economies – from mussel-based pet food and seaweed cultivation to restoration efforts and pioneering blue technologies.

And of course, you’ll have the chance to connect, reflect, and raise a glass with the people who made it all happen.

iCULTURE Multistakeholder Workshop - Ensuring sustainable seaweed biomass provision
2026-03-27 08:00 - 17:00
EU-funded iCULTURE workshop bringing together policy, research and industry to discuss sustainable and resilient seaweed biomass provision in Europe. Interactive format with keynote inputs and stakeholder discussion.
