Pôle Mer Méditerranée is organizing the 2025 French national WestMED event, which this year will focus on Horizon Europe project calls in the fields of fisheries, aquaculture, and blue biotechnologies. These calls will be officially published early May 2025.

The event will begin with a session on funding opportunities, covering:

• Detailed presentation of the calls for proposals
• An overview of eligible non-European countries, with a focus on North-South cooperation in the Mediterranean
• Financial support mechanisms available to assist with project setup.

A second session will highlight research and innovation cooperation in the Mediterranean and beyond, featuring:

• Presentations of the WestMED and Atlantic initiatives and support mechanisms
• Feedback and insights, including a focus on the Blue Economy Algeria program, led by Expertise France

The event will conclude with a networking cocktail.

When: May 26, 2025 | 09:30- 14:00
Where: Cité de l’Économie et des Métiers de Demain, 132 boulevard Pénélope, 34000 Montpellier
Language: French
Registration required (opening soon)

Pôle Mer Méditerranée is working alongside the Cité de l’Economie et des Métiers de Demain – Occitanie Region to promote a more sustainable and inclusive economy.