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The European Union and Iceland held today a High-Level Dialogue on ocean cooperation in Reykjavik, reinforcing their shared commitment to sustainable fisheries, Arctic governance, and the blue economy.

Founded in the Netherlands, Zeefier is an innovative company developing textile dyes made from seaweed. By replacing petrol‑based chemistry with a renewable ocean resource, Zeefier offers an alternative that enables textiles to remain biodegradable.

On 2–3 November 2026, BlueInvest Africa returns for its fourth edition in Cape Town, bringing together 25 high-potential African startups and SMEs selected to pitch directly to international investors and partners.
Events
Building upon the recently published FAMENET working paper on the EMFF/EMFAF evaluation synthesis and other working papers on EMFAF evaluation, this dynamic and informative online session will be dedicated to methodologies and good practices for the evaluation of the EMFF/EMFAF.
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.
CLLD seminar: Innovation and meaningful cooperation in Parnü, Estonia
The EU Arctic Forum, Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue and Arctic Youth Dialogue takes place on 1-3 September 2026.







