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WestMED and Marine Society of Libya Co-organise Second Coastal Awareness Initiative in Susa, Libya

8 septembre 2026 dans /par

The WestMED Initiative’s annual awareness campaign returned to Susa on 31 August 2026, bringing together local institutions, academics, volunteers, children and community members to promote marine environmental protection and sustainable coastal tourism. Building on a successful first edition Held under the theme “Protect Our Coast, Sustain Our Tourism,” the activity marked the second edition of the community awareness initiative, […]

WestMED voices highlight the role of technology and cooperation for a sustainable Mediterranean

21 juillet 2026 dans /par

How can technology help protect the Mediterranean while supporting economic growth? According to members of the WestMED Initiative, the answer lies in better data, stronger collaboration and a shared commitment to sustainability. During a site visit organised to Mediterranean Algae following the WestMED Steering Committee in Alicante, five representatives from Greece, Libya, Portugal and Morocco […]

European Strategies Days 2026: Connecting Regions, Skills and Blue Economy Priorities

20 juillet 2026 dans /par

Brussels – Cooperation has long underpinned European territorial policy. At this year’s EU Macro-Regional and Sea Basin Strategies Days, the focus shifted from strategy to delivery. Held on 8–9 July, the third edition of the event brought together policymakers, regional authorities and practitioners to strengthen cooperation among Europe’s four Macro-Regional Strategies – the EU Strategy […]

Women shaping the blue economy in the spotlight at Malta Sustainability Forum 2026

18 juillet 2026 dans /par

The  Malta Sustainability Forum (MSF) 2026, organised by APS Bank, brought together experts to explore the growing role of women in the blue economy and the opportunities for greater inclusion across Malta’s maritime sectors. The discussion examined the challenges and possibilities facing women in industries ranging from maritime transport and innovation to the circular use […]

Joint WestMED Italy–Malta National Event Advances Blue Economy Cooperation in Rome

17 juillet 2026 dans /par

Rome, Italy | 11–12 June 2026 – Policymakers, researchers, investors, maritime businesses and innovation stakeholders from Italy and Malta gathered in Rome for the fourth edition of the Joint WestMED National Event, reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing a sustainable, innovative and connected blue economy across the Mediterranean, particularly towards the southern shore countries. Organised […]

Mediterranean Blue Economy Conference Highlights Innovation and Regional Cooperation in Cartagena

2 juillet 2026 dans /par

Cartagena, Spain | 23 June 2026 – More than 120 policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, investors and maritime stakeholders gathered at the Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT) for the Mediterranean Blue Economy Conference 2026, a flagship event organised under the MED-Hubs project. The conference explored how interregional cooperation, innovation and investment can accelerate sustainable blue economy growth […]

WestMED-supported partnerships showcase the value of Smart Specialisation at the S3 Community of Practice Conference 2026

2 juillet 2026 dans /par

Brussels, 23–24 June 2026 – More than 450 policymakers, regional authorities, innovation agencies and experts gathered in Brussels for the fifth Smart Specialisation Community of Practice (S3 CoP) Conference, organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO). Under the theme « Regions Driving European Innovation and Competitiveness », participants concluded that Smart […]

WestMED Initiative Takes Flight with Landmark Four-Page Feature in Libya’s Leading Magazine

28 juin 2026 dans /par

The WestMED Initiative has achieved a significant media milestone in North Africa after being featured in a comprehensive, dedicated spread by Berniq magazine, one of Libya’s most prominent and widely distributed publications. A Deep Dive into Libya’s Blue Economy The extensive feature spans four full pages, offering an in-depth look at the WestMED Initiative and […]

Call: European Maritime Space and Inland ports (AFIF) – works | Deadline 6 October 2026

21 juin 2026 dans /par

Focus This European Union grant funds the actual construction of green infrastructure across maritime and inland ports to accelerate the decarbonization of waterborne transport. Operating as a « blending » facility that requires applicants to pair EU grants with commercial or public bank financing, the call specifically targets the installation of shore-side electricity (OPS) for docked vessels, […]

High-Level Discussions Drive Libya’s Maritime and Blue Economy Agenda Forward

17 juin 2026 dans /par

A constructive meeting was held today between His Excellency Dr. Adel Sultan, Minister of Marine Resources of the Government of National Unity, and Eng. Ali Shagrune, President of the Libyan Maritime Cluster and WestMED’s Libyan National Coordinator, in an atmosphere of mutual respect and appreciation. Reaffirming Support for the Libyan Maritime Cluster The discussions highlighted […]