BLUECONNECT




Project BLUECONNECT – Enhancing Cross-Border Blue Growth: Fostering Innovation and Cooperation for Competitive Entrepreneurship

Navigating a Sea of Cooperation for Blue Growth

Main Goal of the Project

The BLUECONNECT project aims to strengthen cross-border cooperation in the field of Blue Growth by encouraging research, innovation, and the application of advanced technologies among businesses, universities, research centres, and training institutions.

By promoting smart investments and reinforcing research capacities, the project seeks to establish a robust Blue Growth cluster, which will serve as a reference point for competitiveness and sustainable economic development in the targeted regions.

Project Partners

  • Institute of Marine Biology, University of Montenegro
  • Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, Croatia
  • Chamber of Economy of Montenegro
  • Chamber of Economy of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Project Budget and Duration

  • Total project budget: €944,533.80
  • IPA funding: €802,853.73
  • Project duration: 01.08.2024 – 31.01.2027

About the BLUECONNECT Project

BLUECONNECT is a dynamic initiative designed to boost innovation and entrepreneurship in the blue economy through cross-border cooperation. This project brings together key players from business, academia, and research institutions to advance the use of cutting-edge technologies and promote sustainable economic growth.

Through BLUECONNECT, participants will work on strengthening research capacities, creating a favourable investment environment, and forming a Blue Growth Cluster, which will act as a hub for competitiveness and smart investments in the region.

Key Activities and Expected Results

  • Development of a digital collaboration platform for the Blue Growth sector, facilitating easier access to information, networking, and knowledge exchange among stakeholders.

  • Establishment of a cross-border Blue Growth Cluster, connecting companies, research centres, and innovation support institutions within the blue economy.

  • Enhancement of research capacities through innovative pilot activities and the development of strategic recommendations for Blue Growth.

  • Formation of partnerships and cooperation agreements among key players in the blue economy, ensuring the long-term sustainability of project results.

The BLUECONNECT project plays a vital role in bridging research and industry, enabling innovation and sustainable business models that will enhance the regions competitiveness in the blue economy sector.

📌 For more information, visit: https://interreg-hr-ba-me.eu/project/project-library/blueconnect/

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