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Today, the European Commission launched two consultations to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of past and current funding programmes for fisheries and maritime activities.
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On 30 and 31 May 2024, Svendborg, a Danish coastal city with a strong maritime heritage, became a vibrant hub for the EU maritime community. Svendborg hosted the European Maritime Day 2024, welcoming more than 1100 maritime experts and actors.
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The latest edition of the EU Blue Economy Report is out, offering an in-depth analysis of European blue economy sectors and their performances based on the latest available data.
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The BlueInvest Investor Report 2024 shows a remarkable increase in blue economy investments in recent years. Findings show that an investment ecosystem to support blue economy innovation is taking shape, and the BlueInvest initiative has been a driving force behind this change.
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The health and prosperity of people and the planet rely on the stability of the global water cycle.
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The world's oceans, covering approximately 70% of the planet's surface, are, for the most part, an untapped energy source. Leaders in the renewable energy sector tell Euronews Correspondent Denis Loctier how Europe can make better use of its surrounding waters to generate a reliable and sustainable
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GKinetic is an irish startup operating in the sector of hydrokinetic turbines. Its ambition is to improve the existing hydro devices, exploiting tidal energy to offer clean, predictable energy from free-flowing water, with minimal impact on the natural environment.
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From powering our homes to connecting us with the world, marine infrastructure has become the backbone of our modern economy. Yet, last year's explosions on the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea have led many to wonder: how secure are these vital systems?
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The 2023 edition of the report highlights the evolution of the blue economy sectors since 2010. It shows that despite the negative impact of the COVID19 pandemic and the unprovoked Russian invasion of Ukraine, most of the analysed sectors increased their economic performances.
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The guide will help planners shape their maritime space in a way that contributes to the sustainable governance of our seas and ocean.