THE EU CORNER
Explore the European Commission's commitments, policies, programs, and initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges and fostering a sustainable future.
Discover EU-funded flagship projects with detailed information provided through accessible links. The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) support Europe's research capacity by investing in the careers of outstanding researchers. Explore MSCA-funded research projects alongside flagship projects in various marine and maritime areas.
Our EU Corner covers a wide range of sectors including maritime transport, marine and coastal tourism, fisheries, aquaculture, biotechnology, energy, mining/drilling, and research, reflecting the diverse dimensions of blue growth. Currently, project information is linked via Cordis.
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BLUE GROWTH
Explore key EU priorities, policies, and initiatives shaping the blue economy sectors as a whole
European Green Deal: Leading the transition to a sustainable and carbon-neutral economy.
Horizon Europe Program: Investing in research and innovation to address global challenges.
Mission Ocean: Promoting ocean health and sustainability through targeted missions.
Blue Growth Strategy & Initiative: Driving sustainable growth and innovation in marine and maritime sectors.
Blue Economy Strategy: Fostering economic development while preserving marine ecosystems.
Biodiversity Conservation: Protecting and conserving marine biodiversity and ecosystems.
Marine Spatial Planning Directive: Guiding the sustainable use of marine resources and space.
Integrated Maritime Policy: Coordinating maritime affairs across EU policies and regions.
Marine Spatial Data Infrastructure: Enhancing access to and management of marine data for decision-making.
Environmental Impact Assessment Framework: Assessing and mitigating the environmental effects of maritime activities.
Integrated Coastal Zone Management: Promoting sustainable development and conservation in coastal areas.
Marine Protected Areas: Preserving unique marine habitats and species through designated protected areas.
Biosecurity and Environmental Impact Assessment: Safeguarding marine ecosystems from invasive species and pollutants.
Marine Pollution Control: Implementing measures to reduce marine pollution and protect marine life.
Circular Economy in the Blue Economy: Promoting resource efficiency and waste reduction in maritime industries.
Ocean Governance Initiatives: Strengthening international cooperation and governance frameworks for ocean management.
Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: Supporting cities in their transition to low-carbon and sustainable urban development.
Circular Economy Action Plan: Advancing circular economy principles to reduce waste and promote recycling.
EU Maritime Safety and Security: Ensuring the safety and security of European waters and maritime activities.
Maritime Safety Agency: Enhancing maritime safety through regulatory oversight and operational support.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Blue Growth
PREP4BLUE
Preparing the research & innovation core for Mission Ocean, Seas & Waters
MarinePlan
Improved transdisciplinary science for effective ecosystem-based maritime spatial planning and conservation in European Seas
UNITED
Multi-Use offshore platforms demoNstrators for boostIng cost-effecTive and Eco-friendly proDuction in sustainable marine activities
COASTAL
Collaborative lAnd Sea inTegration pLatform
BoSS
Bauhaus of the seas sails
EmpowerUs
Socio-economic Empowerment of coastal communities as users of the sea to ensure sustainable coastal development
Marine SABRES
Marine systems approaches for biodiversity resilience and ecosystem sustainablity
BLUE4ALL
Blueprint demonstration for co-created effective, efficient and resilient networks of MPAs
BlueMissionBANOS
Supporting the Mission Ocean Lighthouse in the Baltic and North Sea basins
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Blue Growth
EnDorSE
Enhancing Damage detection and characterisation technologies for complex marine Structures under Extreme environmental conditions
Blue-Paths
Addressing sustainability transition pathways in the blue economy
STARMAS
Structured training and advanced research in marine active structures
MEDIX
Marine Environmental DynamIcs and seX-based analysis for climate change adaptation in marine spatial planning
SocioEcoFrontiers
Frontiers in social-ecological research: achieving the promise of integration in Marine Spatial Planning for resilient social and environmental outcomes
MOVEMED
Linking human mobility and marine megafauna movement in the Mediterranean Sea for a better integration of blue growth
MARmaED
MARine MAnagement and Ecosystem Dynamics under climate change
MARITIME TRANSPORT
Explore key EU priorities, policies, and initiatives shaping the maritime transport industry:
FuelEU Maritime: Promoting the use of sustainable fuels in the maritime sector to reduce emissions.
EU Emissions Trading System for Shipping: Implementing emissions trading to incentivize emission reductions in shipping.
Digitalization of Transport: Harnessing digital technologies to improve efficiency and sustainability in maritime transport.
European Maritime Single Window: Simplifying administrative procedures for maritime operations through a single digital interface.
Clean Ports: Implementing measures to reduce emissions and improve environmental performance in port operations.
Waste Management and Pollution Control: Addressing waste management and pollution control challenges in maritime activities.
Sulphur Emission Control Areas: Designating areas where strict controls are in place to reduce sulphur emissions from ships.
MARPOL: Implementing international regulations for the prevention of pollution from ships.
Ballast Water Management Convention: Regulating the management of ballast water to prevent the spread of invasive species.
European Sustainable Shipping Forum: Facilitating dialogue and collaboration on sustainable shipping practices and policies.
Clean Shipping Alliance: Promoting collaboration among shipowners to reduce emissions and improve environmental performance.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Maritime Transport
SEUS
Smart European shipbuilding
RETROFIT55
Retrofit solutions to achieve 55% GHG reduction by 2030
Apollo
Fast tracking the conversion of dual fuel engines in existing offshore vessels to ammonia operation
ZHENIT
Zero waste Heat vessel towards relevant ENergy savings also thanks to IT Technologies
GREEN RAY
New GeneRation marinE ENgines and Retrofit solutions to Achieve methane abatement flexibilitY
OPTIWISE
OPTImised WInd Supported vEssels
sHYpS
sustainable HYdrogen powered Shipping
DT4GS
Open collaboration and open Digital Twin infrastructure for Green Smart Shipping
UnderSec
Underwater Security
MultiRELOAD
Port solutions for efficient, effective and sustainable multimodality
WHISPER
Wind energy harvesting for ship propulsion assistance and power
SafeNav
Safe Navigation
AIRSHIP
Autonomous flying ships for inter-island and inland waters transport
RESHIP
Redefine energy Efficiency solutions for hydrogen powered SHIPs in marine and inland waterway
Orcelle
Wind as main propulsion by ORCELLE
GreenMarine
Retrofitting towards climate neutrality
SMAUG
Smart Maritime and Underwater Guardian
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Maritime Transport
RePortFlows
(Re)Connecting maritime ecosystems: Geospatial mapping of the ‘spaces of flows’ in port-city regions
ContestedPort
Contested port cities: a global geography of community conflicts
SANDFECH
Micromechanics-based finite element modeling of sandwich structures
IGUANABOT
Bioinspired multimodal underwater robot for marine conservation
ODes aCCES
Optimal design and control of cruise ship energy systems
MARINE AND COASTAL TOURISM
Discover key EU strategies and initiatives promoting sustainable and innovative coastal and maritime tourism:
European Tourism Strategy: Setting out the EU's vision and objectives for sustainable tourism development.
Coastal and Maritime Tourism: Focusing on the unique attractions and experiences offered by coastal and maritime destinations.
Sustainable Tourism: Promoting tourism practices that minimize negative impacts on the environment and local communities.
European Coastal and Maritime Tourism Quality Label: Recognizing destinations that meet high standards of sustainability and quality.
Smart and Sustainable Tourism: Leveraging technology and innovation to enhance the sustainability and competitiveness of tourism destinations.
EU Digitalization Initiatives for Tourism: Supporting the digital transformation of the tourism sector to improve visitor experiences and business operations.
Sustainable Destination Management: Encouraging integrated and responsible management of tourist destinations.
European Tourism Indicator System: Monitoring and assessing the sustainability performance of tourism destinations.
European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in Protected Areas: Promoting sustainable tourism practices in protected natural areas.
Promoting Safe and Clean Beaches: Ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and accessibility of coastal areas for tourists.
Sustainable Coastal Accommodation: Encouraging the development of eco-friendly and socially responsible accommodation options.
Climate Adaptation in Coastal Tourism: Addressing the challenges of climate change and its impacts on coastal tourism destinations.
Blue Flag Program for Beaches and Marinas: Recognizing beaches and marinas that meet high standards of environmental management and safety.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine and Coastal Tourism
CULTURATI
Customized games and routes for cultural heritage and arts
TExTOUR
Social Innovation and TEchnologies for sustainable growth through participative cultural TOURism
HS4U
Healthy Ship 4U
INCULTUM
Visiting the Margins. INnovative CULtural ToUrisM in European peripheries
Be.CULTOUR
Beyond CULtural TOURism: human-centred innovations for sustainable and circular cultural tourism
SmartCulTour
Smart cultural tourism as a driver of sustainable development of European regions
IMPACTOUR
IMproving Sustainable Development Policies and PrActices to assess, diversify and foster Cultural TOURism in European regions and areas
PERICLES
PrEseRvIng and sustainably governing Cultural heritage and Landscapes in European coastal and maritime regionS
InTaVia
In/Tangible European Heritage - Visual Analysis, Curation and Communication
ReInHerit
Redefining the future of cultural heritage, through a disruptive model of sustainability
DWAVE
Designing waves for the people
DESTINATIONS
Civitas destinations
GET LOCAL
Unified digital booking platform promoting local tourist services
UrBAN-WASTE
Urban strategies for Waste management in tourist cities
SPOT
Social and innovative Platform On cultural Tourism and its potential towards deepening Europeanisation
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine and Coastal Tourism
SEA-LIMITHS
Sea level rise impacts on Italian hospitality
COASTAL ROUTES
Travel, environment, sustainability: A literary and cultural history of Irish and Scottish coastal routes
GreenBubbles
Green Bubbles RISE for sustainable diving
EcoSENSES
The sensory ecology of water: A multisensory anthropological study of outdoor swimming in the Arctic
PhySeaCS
Physics of Sea-level rise Contribution to Shoreline erosion
MARINE CAPTURE FISHERIES
Explore key EU strategies and initiatives aimed at ensuring sustainable fisheries management:
Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD): Setting out the EU's overarching framework for achieving good environmental status in European marine waters.
Common Fisheries Policy (CFP): Guiding the sustainable management of fisheries resources within the EU and promoting responsible fishing practices.
Sustainable Fisheries Management Plans: Developing comprehensive plans to regulate fishing activities and conserve fish stocks.
Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY) Targets: Establishing scientifically-based catch limits to ensure the long-term sustainability of fish populations.
Discard Ban and Landing Obligation: Prohibiting the practice of discarding unwanted fish at sea and requiring fishermen to land all catches.
Regional Advisory Councils (RACs): Facilitating stakeholder engagement and providing input into the decision-making process for fisheries management.
Selectivity and Bycatch Reduction Measures: Implementing measures to minimize the capture of non-target species and reduce incidental catches.
IUU (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated) Fishing: Combating illegal fishing activities through enhanced monitoring, control, and enforcement measures.
Sustainable Fishing Gear Development: Promoting the use of environmentally friendly and selective fishing gear to minimize ecosystem impacts.
Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS): Enhancing monitoring and enforcement efforts to ensure compliance with fisheries regulations.
Sustainable Fishing Certification Schemes: Recognizing and rewarding fisheries that adhere to sustainable fishing practices through certification programs.
Fishing Quota Allocation Mechanisms: Establishing fair and transparent mechanisms for allocating fishing quotas among stakeholders.
Integrated Fisheries Management: Taking a holistic approach to fisheries management that considers ecological, social, and economic factors.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine Capture Fisheries
SEARCULAR
Circular solutions for fishing gears
NETTAGPlus
Preventing, avoiding and mitigating environmental impacts of fishing gears and associated marine litter
EveryFish
Digital transition of catch monitoring in European fisheries
Fish-X
Providing a European fisheries dataspace through a consultative approach
NOVAFOODIES
Demonstration of innovative functional food production systems based on a sustainable value chain of marine and freshwater raw materials for conscientious European consumers
FishEUTrust
European integration of new technologies and social-economic solutions for increasing consumer trust and engagement in seafood products
Sea2See
Innovative blockchain traceability technology and Stakeholders’ Engagement strAtegy for boosting Sustainable sEafood visibility, social acceptance and consumption in Europe
IGNITION
Improving GreeN Innovation for the blue revoluTION: new tools and opportunities for a more sustainable animal farming
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine Capture Fisheries
PRISTINE
PRehistoric fISheries assisTing marIne baseliNEs
CINNEPHILIA
Coordinated Intelligent Networks for NEPHrops norvegicus In-situ Long-term Imaging-based Assessment
MOANA
Marine climate change refugia fOr insulAr mesophotic ecosystems iN the south pAcific ocean
MAFIS
Track and forecast changes in marine fish population stability over time and across space
SUCCEPHS
A pathway towards sustainable use and conservation of cephalopod stocks
MARINE AQUACULTURE
Discover key EU policies and provisions aimed at promoting sustainable aquaculture practices:
Common Fisheries Policy Aquaculture Provisions: Formulating regulations and guidelines to support the sustainable development of aquaculture within the EU.
Sustainable Aquaculture Practices: Encouraging the adoption of environmentally responsible and socially conscious methods in aquaculture production.
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture: Implementing innovative farming systems that optimize resource utilization and minimize environmental impacts.
Responsible Aquaculture Labeling: Providing consumers with information about responsibly sourced aquaculture products through labeling schemes.
Aquaculture Feed Sustainability: Promoting the use of sustainable and ethically sourced feed ingredients in aquafeed production.
Aquaculture Best Management Practices: Establishing industry standards and guidelines for the sustainable management of aquaculture operations.
Marine Recirculating Aquaculture Systems: Utilizing advanced technologies to create closed-loop aquaculture systems that minimize water usage and waste discharge.
Sustainable Aquaculture Certification Programs: Recognizing and rewarding aquaculture producers that adhere to rigorous sustainability criteria through certification programs.
Aquaculture and Climate Change Adaptation: Developing strategies and practices to mitigate the impacts of climate change on aquaculture operations and enhance resilience.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine Aquaculture
Cure4Aqua
Curing EU aquaculture by co-creating health and welfare innovations
C-FAARER
Community-driven Farming for the Atlantic and Arctic sea basins through REgeneRative aquaculture
SeaMark
Seaweed based market applications
REALM
Reusing Effluents from Agriculture to unLock the potential of Microalgae
ULTFARMS
circUlar Low Trophic oFfshore Aquaculture in wind farms and Restoration of Marine Space
AWARE
Aquaponics from WAstewater REclamation
SAFE
SmartAqua4FuturE – SAFE
OLAMUR
Offshore Low-trophic Aquaculture in Multi-Use scenario Realisation
INNOAQUA
Innovative approaches for an integrated use of algae in sustainable aquaculture practices and high-value food applications
COOL BLUE
COmmunity Ocean farms and Local Business cLUstErs
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine Aquaculture
ASPIRE
Accelerated Seaweed Production for Innovative and Robust seaweed aquaculture in Europe
BlueShellfish
Solutions to prevent and mitigate the impacts of HABs in aquaculture and fisheries, in the context of global warming
CryoStore
Innovation in germplasm cryopreservation for improved animal breeding and the conservation of Europe's livestock biodiversity
MicroAqua
The role of Microbes in Aquaculture: understanding the functional role of oyster microbiomes in response to changing climates and diseases
PROPATHIN
PROtist PATHobiome-INvertebrate interactions: a multi-approach to understand marine diseases of commercial bivalves
MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY
Explore the EU's commitment to fostering sustainable marine biotechnology practices:
Bioeconomy Strategy: Implementing a comprehensive strategy to harness the potential of marine biotechnology in promoting economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Marine Biotechnology Research and Innovation Agenda: Driving research and innovation efforts to unlock the full potential of marine biotechnology for various applications.
Sustainable Marine Biotechnology Practices: Promoting responsible and environmentally friendly approaches to marine biotechnology research, development, and commercialization.
Marine Biotechnology Regulatory Framework: Establishing regulations and guidelines to ensure the safe and ethical use of marine biotechnology products and technologies.
Sustainable Marine Biotechnology Feedstock: Identifying and developing sustainable sources of biomass for marine biotechnology applications, reducing dependence on finite resources.
Carbon Footprint Reduction: Implementing measures to minimize the carbon footprint associated with marine biotechnology activities, contributing to climate change mitigation efforts.
Carbon Capture: Exploring innovative methods for capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide from marine environments, mitigating the impacts of greenhouse gas emissions on marine ecosystems.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine Biotechnology
iCULTURE
iCulture: A digital bio-platform and co-culture bioprocess to prospect and utilize macroalgae responsibly and sustainably
BlueRemediomics
BlueRemediomics: Harnessing the marine microbiome for novel sustainable biogenics and ecosystem services
BLUETOOLS
Innovative tools for sustainable exploration of marine microbioms: Towards a circular blue bioeconomy and healthier marine environments
REFOLUTION
Refinery integration, scale-up and certification for aviation and marine biofuels production
CIRCALGAE
CIRCular valorisation of industrial ALGAE waste streams into high-value products to foster future sustainable blue biorefineries in Europe
LOCALITY
Nature-positive aLgae-based fOod, agriCulture, AquacuLture and textIle producTs made in North and Baltic Sea ecosYstems
AlgaePro BANOS
Accelerating algae product developments in Baltic and North Sea
PROMISEANG
Alternative PROteins from MIcrobial fermentation of non-conventional SEA sources for Next-Generation food, feed and non-food bio-based applications
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine Biotechnology
MONOWAX
Exploring the potential of oleaginous microalgae Monoraphidium neglectum for wax ester production
SEACHEM
Training a new generation of researchers in offshore seaweed aquaculture to produce high-value chemicals
ASPIRE
Accelerated Seaweed Production for Innovative and Robust seaweed aquaculture in Europe
DOEP
Delivery of algae oil into vegan milk through novel O/W emulsions (nano-emulsion and Pickering emulsion) stabilized with seaweed peptides
SeaWeedWorm
Discovering how bioactive compounds from seaweed kill parasitic worms
MARINE ENERGY
Discover the EU's commitment to advancing sustainable marine renewable energy solutions:
Energy Directive: Guiding policies and regulations to promote the development and deployment of renewable energy sources, including marine renewables.
Marine Renewable Energy Directive & Action Plan: Setting out directives and action plans to harness the potential of marine renewable energy sources, such as offshore wind, wave, and tidal energy.
Offshore Renewable Energy Strategy: Outlining strategies for the sustainable and responsible expansion of offshore renewable energy projects across European waters.
Ocean Energy Forum: Facilitating collaboration and knowledge exchange among stakeholders to drive innovation and investment in ocean energy technologies.
Clean Energy for All Europeans Package: Proposing measures to accelerate the transition to clean and renewable energy sources, including initiatives specifically targeting marine renewables.
European Marine Energy Centre: Supporting research, testing, and demonstration of marine energy technologies at dedicated test sites.
Marine Renewable Energy Roadmaps: Developing roadmaps to guide the development and implementation of marine renewable energy projects at regional and national levels.
European Battery Alliance: Promoting the development of advanced battery technologies to support the integration of marine renewables into the energy grid.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine Energy
NATURSEA-PV
Novel eco-cementitious materials and components for durable, competitive, and bio-inspired offshore floating PV substructures
SUREWAVE
Structural reliable offshore floating PV solution integrating circular concrete floating breakwater
MERIDIONAL
Multiscale modelling for wind farm design, performance assessment and loading
WILLOW
Wholistic and Integrated digitaL tools for extended Lifetime and profitability of Offshore Wind farms
BLOW
Black sea fLoating Offshore Wind
WHEEL
Wind hybrid evolution for low-carbon solutions
MAXBlade
Maximising tidal energy generation through Blade Scaling & Advanced Digital Engineering
WEDUSEA
Wave energy demonstration at utility scale to enable arrays
PLOTEC
PLOCAN tested optimised floating ocean thermal Eenergy Conversion Platform
INFINITE
INnovative oFfshore wInd techNologies In deep waTErs
SUDOCO
Sustainable resilient data-enabled offshore wind farm and control co-design
NEXTFLOAT
Next Generation Integrated Floating Wind Optimized for Deep Waters
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine Energy
FRONTIERS
Foundations foR Offshore wiNd TurbInES
ShareWind
Shared anchors for floating wind turbines
POHOWEP
Performance Optimization of a Hybrid Offshore Wind-Wave Energy Platform
SEAFLOWER
Strategies for the Exploitation of Anchors for FLoating Offshore Wind Energy Reaping
MLSITDAIAFWT
Mooring Line-Seabed Interaction considering Trench Development and its Application in Integrated Analysis of Floating Wind Turbines
FUNnY-SUMO
FUlly Numerical strategY for SUrrogate modelling of Monopile Offshore wind turbines
PhyDAWN
Physics-informed Data-driven Analysis for Wind Power Hubs
PRO-SLIDE
Probabilistic decision framework for Resilience assessment of Offshore energy infrastructures subjected to seismic Submarine landsLIDE hazard
IM-POWER
A numerical integrated model for the power output of floating offshore wind farms that are fully grid-connected during sea storms
MARINE MINING / DRILLING
Explore the EU's commitment to ensuring safety and sustainability in offshore activities:
Offshore Safety Directive: Establishing regulations and standards to enhance the safety of offshore oil and gas operations, including measures for accident prevention and emergency response.
Seabed Mining Regulation: Setting guidelines and procedures for the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources in the seabed while ensuring environmental protection and sustainable resource management.
International Seabed Authority (ISA) Cooperation: Collaborating with the ISA and international partners to promote responsible seabed mining practices and uphold international legal frameworks.
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS): Supporting the development and deployment of CCS technologies to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from offshore industrial activities, including carbon capture and storage in offshore geological formations.
Offshore Oil and Gas Regulation: Regulating offshore oil and gas exploration, production, and decommissioning activities to minimize environmental impacts and ensure operational safety.
Oil Pollution Response and Preparedness: Implementing measures for oil spill prevention, response, and cleanup to protect marine ecosystems and coastal communities from potential oil pollution incidents.
Energy Policy: Integrating offshore safety and environmental considerations into broader energy policies to promote a transition towards clean, sustainable energy sources.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine Mining / Drilling
TRIDENT
Technology based impact assessment tool foR sustaInable, transparent Deep sEa miNing exploraTion and exploitation
OceanICU
Ocean-ICU Improving Carbon Understanding
UNEXMIN
Autonomous Underwater Explorer for Flooded Mines
GeoERA
Establishing the European Geological Surveys Research Area to deliver a Geological Service for Europe
Blue Nodules
Breakthrough Solutions for the Sustainable Harvesting and Processing of Deep Sea Polymetallic Nodules
ROBOMINERS
Resilient Bio-inspired Modular Robotic Miners
ROBUST
Robotic subsea exploration Technologies
RiserSure
Rapid Integrity Assessment of Flexible Risers for Offshore Oil and Gas Installations
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine Mining / Drilling
STOPFIRE
Emergency Decision Support System of Offshore Platform Fires
POSEIDON
Improve offshore infrastructure resilience against geohazards towards a changing climate
RAICAM
Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for Critical Asset Monitoring
DeP2WIND
A data-driven framework towards sustainable reuse of decommissioned petroleum platforms as support structures for wind energy production
ToSubC
Towards Submarine Landslides and Their Consequences
SCAN-Deep
Systematic Characterisation and Archiving of megafauNa on a regional scale in a Deep-sea area threatened by mining
MARINE RESEARCH
Discover the EU's efforts to monitor and understand marine environments:
Marine Strategy Framework Directive: Guiding member states in achieving good environmental status in European marine waters through coordinated monitoring, assessment, and management efforts.
Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service: Providing free and open access to oceanographic data, products, and services for environmental monitoring, marine resource management, and maritime safety.
European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet): Facilitating the collection, harmonization, and sharing of marine data from diverse sources to support marine spatial planning, ecosystem assessments, and scientific research.
European Ocean Observing System (EOOS): Promoting coordination and integration of Europe's ocean observing efforts to address societal challenges, improve maritime operations, and support policy development.
Joint Programming Initiative Healthy and Productive Seas and Oceans (JPI Oceans): Facilitating transnational research collaboration and funding to address common challenges in marine science, technology, and innovation.
European Marine Board (EMB): Providing strategic advice and coordination for marine research and policy in Europe to advance understanding of marine ecosystems, support sustainable resource management, and address emerging challenges.
The EU Funded Flagship Projects on Marine Research
EDITO-Model Lab
Underlying models for the European DIgital Twin Ocean - EDITO-Model Lab
EDITO-Infra
EU Public Infrastructure for the European DIgital Twin Ocean
eDNAqua-plan
A Plan towards an eDNA reference library and data repository for Aquatic Organisms, navigating Europe towards the next generation biodiversity monitoring
DTO-BioFlow
Integration of biodiversity monitoring data into the Digital Twin Ocean
GES4SEAS
Achieving Good Environmental Status for maintaining ecosystem SErvices, by ASsessing integrated impacts of cumulative pressures
MPA Europe
Marine Protected Areas Europe
ACTNOW
Advancing understanding of Cumulative Impacts on European marine biodiversity, ecosystem functions and services for human wellbeing
EuroSea
Improving and Integrating European Ocean Observing and Forecasting Systems for Sustainable use of the Oceans
EPOC
Explaining and Predicting the Ocean Conveyor
B-USEFUL
User-oriented Solutions for Improved Monitoring and Management of Biodiversity and Ecosystem services in vulnerable European Seas
OCEAN CITIZEN
Marine forest coastal restoration: an underwater gardening socio-ecological plan
iMERMAID
Innovative solutions for Mediterranean Ecosystem Remediation via Monitoring and decontamination from Chemical Pollution
The EU Funded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Projects on Marine Research
BluE
Bioinspired Legged Underwater robots for Ecological monitoring and Exploration
ROMANCE
Understanding and predicting the Resilience of marine ecosystems
WomenAndOceans
Women and navigation in the Pacific: an underwater cultural heritage study
FishAdapt
Adaptive potential for changes in environmental conditions in exploited fish species
MAFIS
Track and forecast changes in marine fish population stability over time and across space
e_WARM
Unifying ecophysiological predictions of ectotherms to global warming