Flanders is investing €3.65 million in technology for defence and security. Eight companies are receiving financial support from the Flemish government to further develop new applications. Several members of Blue Cluster are among them.

Cities, ports and regions face major challenges related to water quality and ecosystems. Addressing these challenges requires both collaboration and concrete solutions. The CO-WATERS coalition therefore brings together local authorities, businesses and knowledge partners to accelerate results.

Sustainable production requires change. Both on land and at sea, we are rethinking how to build a greener future. Within the blue economy, there is a continuous search for sustainable materials and innovative production processes to reduce environmental and climate impact.

During the European Ocean Days 2026 in Brussels, policymakers, researchers and companies from across Europe came together to discuss the next steps in implementing the EU mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters.” Blue Cluster also attended the event.

A new report within the BE-WISE project provides a systematic overview of Belgium’s offshore wind sector. It shows a well-established sector that is nevertheless facing a range of economic and geopolitical challenges.

Floating solar panels at sea are an exciting opportunity, but they only make sense if the electricity they generate can reliably reach homes and industries onshore. Connecting offshore solar to the grid is therefore a crucial step. At the moment, offshore wind farms offer the most practical solution.

Are you developing an innovative solution in maritime cybersecurity, maintenance or digital applications for defence? Two open calls offer concrete funding and support to test and validate your technology in real-world environments.

A new European Ocean Act is set to define the future of Europe’s seas. In a position paper, Blue Cluster outlines concrete recommendations to ensure the Act becomes a strategic enabler for innovation, security and sustainable growth at sea.

During a launch event on 6 February, the Flemish government outlined how it aims to strengthen innovation and industrial capabilities within the defence industry. Flemish companies, knowledge institutions and ecosystems play a key role in this approach.

At the North Sea Summit in Hamburg, nine European countries confirmed their ambition to develop the North Sea into a strategic pillar of the European energy system. The plans involve up to €1,000 billion in investments and the deployment of 300 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity.