Below, you will find an overview of the articles that have been posted by the communications team
On 27 November 2025, during the WestMED Steering Committee meeting in Tunis – a commemorative appreciation shield was awarded to the Assistance Mechanism by Eng. Ali Shagrune, President of the Libyan Maritime Cluster and National Coordinator for the WestMED Initiative in Libya. Read the text below: Appreciation Message to the WestMED Steering Committee and Honored […]
On 28 November 2025, over 200 stakeholders from both shores of the Mediterranean gathered in Tunis, Tunisia, for the 5th WestMED Stakeholder Conference – a flagship event of the WestMED Initiative. Building on previous editions in Barcelona, Algiers, Rome, and Malta, this year’s conference highlighted the role of maritime clusters, blue skills, ocean literacy, energy […]
On 29 October 2025, The Atlantic’s Maritime Strategy Pillar I national event: ‘Ports and Climate Change Adaptation,’ took place at the Port Authority of Vigo. This in-person event gathered 30 participants, including representatives from national authorities, port operators, and international initiatives, to discuss how ports can lead the way in decarbonisation, green infrastructure, and climate […]
The European Commission has adopted new detailed rules on fisheries control and enforcement, aiming to harmonise procedures, simplify compliance, and reduce administrative burden for EU countries and operators. These measures are designed to prevent overfishing, ensure fairness among fleets, and modernise the way fishing activities are monitored across the EU. Key Features of the new rules: Digitalisation of Catch Reporting: Progressive […]
As part of the implementation of the WestMED Initiative, we invite project beneficiaries to share insights and experiences through this short survey. Project beneficiairies are those organizations, institutions, or groups that receive or have received direct support or funding for projects in the Western Mediterranean through funding under EU programmes such as EMFAF, Horizon Europe, […]
The European Commission has published a comprehensive study on climate change adaptation in EU aquaculture, providing a timely assessment of the sector’s vulnerabilities, challenges, and opportunities in the face of a changing climate. Aquaculture is a vital part of Europe’s blue economy, supplying healthy food, supporting coastal communities, and contributing to economic growth. However, the sector […]
The Joint Programming Initiative (JPI) Oceans has announced a Joint Call on Blue Carbon Ecosystems, offering €5.3 million in funding to advance research on the role of blue carbon in climate mitigation, adaptation, and biodiversity protection. This call is supported by seven partner organizations across Europe and Canada and aligns with the objectives of the UN Ocean Decade and the EU […]
On 19 and 20 November 2025, the Sun&Blue Congress brought together 832 professionals, 37 guest countries, 21 round tables, and 123 speakers, confirming the growth and global dimension of this international congress focused on Tourism and the Blue Economy. This third edition of the Sun & Blue Congress developed a scientific programme with 11 side […]
On 16 November 2025, The Tobruk University, through its Faculty of Tourism and Archaeology, successfully organized the 2nd International Scientific Conference on Tourism and Archaeology, gathering academics, researchers, and tourism professionals from across Libya and the Mediterranean region. The event underscored the university’s commitment to advancing research and capacity in cultural heritage, sustainable tourism, and […]
Recognition of Outstanding Researchers in Benghazi Coincides with the Establishment of the First Marine Technology College in the Eastern Region Cyrenaica. As part of Libya’s growing commitment to advance scientific research and developing its blue economy, the Ministry of Technical and Vocational Education held a ceremony in Benghazi on 15 November 2025 to honor distinguished […]