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A Friday watch! How does the next generation view the future of shipping. In the context of Posidonia Events 2024, students have been interviewed. This, as a starting point for further exchanges. Watch the video, produced under the WATERBORNE TRANSPORT lasting INNOVATION project. More to come soon. Anastasios K. Ziakas

This week, ASOCIACION CLUSTER NAVAL GALLEGO celebrated its 25th anniversary. Happy to have been able to contribute to the panel on innovation, sustainability and digitalisation, together with Luis Maeso Morena of CDTI Innovación - Centro para el Desarrollo Tecnológico y la Innovación, Isaac Rosón of IGAPE (Instituto Galego de Promoción Económica) and Fernando Sánchez Troncoso of AIMEN Centro Tecnológico. A couple of key messages: ➡ Innovation in the area of digitalisation and circularity will remain key to achieve technology leadership ▶ Innovation as regards to capacity and capability for the manufacturing industry will be key as well ▶ Involvement of and participation by SMEs will be crucial. Congratulations to Oscar Gomez and Rafael Dominguez Lago for organising this splendid event.

We are happy to announce Magda Kopczyńska, Director-General at DG MOVE of the European Commission will deliver a key note speech during the Waterborne Days 2025. More information about the Waterborne Days, and the link to register to participate to the event, are available here: https://lnkd.in/eEQpfxP4 #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

Deployment of innovations in the European waterborne sector WaterborneTP welcomes the selection of waterborne projects in the framework of the EU Innovation Fund. To be able to comply with environmental targets, the deployment of innovations needs to be further increased and requires a targeted approach. Eero Lehtovaara: We warmly welcome the results of the call for proposals in the framework of the Innovation Fund. The results include a mix of both energy supply, and integration of technologies on board. In addition, the most recent results of the auction mechanism in the Innovation Fund presented specific waterborne projects in terms of dedicated fuel supply for maritime offtakes. We also express our gratitude for the principle of co-designing mechanisms like the EU Innovation Fund, in the context of the diversified European waterborne sector. In the coming months, we will continue to work on strengthening the deployment of innovations, which will be one of the key themes during the upcoming edition of the Waterborne Days 2025. Together we will be able to achieve sustainable competitiveness, to the benefit of us all. Full press release is available here: https://lnkd.in/eXvbtrn6

As recently announced, the Playbook developed in the context of the WATERBORNE TRANSPORT lasting INNOVATION project has been updated, and is now online. This playbook can be used as a guide for communication and dissemination activities in the context of Horizon Europe projects, as well as other WaterborneTP EU-funded projects. The playbook can be downloaded here: https://lnkd.in/exMFDJTJ #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships

Today, University of Piraeus in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet our members". The University of Piraeus, one of Greece’s top public institutions, has been a leader in higher education since 1938, with a strong focus on Business, Economics, Computer Science, Finance, Tourism, and Maritime Studies. The Department of Maritime Studies has been at the forefront of maritime education and research for over 30 years, producing nearly 6000 graduates who contribute to the global maritime industry. Our flagship MSc. in Shipping program, established in 2002, is a cornerstone of our academic offerings. It collaborates closely with the Quantitative Analysis in Shipping Laboratory, UniPi (QuALS), whose mission is to deliver high-quality research, education, training, and innovation. The lab focuses on providing practical, data-driven solutions to real-world problems faced by the maritime sector. This synergy between education and cutting-edge research equips our students with the tools they need to become industry leaders, driving innovation and shaping the future of global shipping. We are proud that Prof. Maria Boile, the Director of our MSc. in Shipping program and Director of QuALS also serves as the Coordinator of the WaterborneTP. This prestigious role highlights our commitment to leadership and innovation in the maritime sector, further strengthening our global impact.

The call for submissions for the Waterborne Awards 2025 just opened. As part of the Waterborne Days, taking place from 4-5 February 2025, the WaterborneTP jointly with the European Commission will be hosting an awards ceremony, celebrating the success of European projects, with a particular focus on innovation, sustainability, and market uptake or potential market uptake of a project. The Waterborne Days bring together key stakeholders, experts, and innovators from across the entire sector including European industry leaders as we aim to delve into the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of waterborne transport. An independent panel of judges from the European Institutions, academia and Industry will judge the nominations based on the defined evaluation criteria. A maximum of three projects per category will be nominated for the short list. Out of the projects nominated, four winners of the awards will be crowned during the event. The call for proposals, and the submission form, are available via the following link: https://lnkd.in/eFGw9Adr The call closes on 22 November 2024, close-of-business! #HorizonEurope #EUPartnerships CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency

We are pleased to announce that the registration for the Waterborne Days 2025, taking place in Brussels on 4 and 5 February 2025 has opened. This event will serve as a premier gathering for professionals in the waterborne transport sector, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and the future of waterborne transport. What to Expect ▶ Engage with Experts: Connect with industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers who are driving advancements in zero-emission technologies and sustainable practices ▶ Gain Insights: Participate in informative discussions and presentations that will provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the waterborne transport sector ▶ Network with Peers: Expand your professional network by meeting like-minded individuals and exploring potential collaborations ▶ Get acquainted with EU WaterborneTP projects: Learn more about current EU projects in the waterborne transport field and meet the project partners. More information, and the link to register, can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eEQpfxP4 #HorizonEU #EUPartnerships

Today, Finnish Marine Industries in the spotlight as part of our social media campaign "Meet our members". Meriteollisuus ry / Finnish Marine Industries association represents nearly 100 companies across Finland's diverse maritime sector, a key export industry with an annual turnover of €8 billion, providing 30,000 jobs in various high-skill roles. We serve as a platform for the sector’s collaboration and work to support the growth and competitiveness of our member companies. The Finnish maritime industry comprises high-tech maritime solution providers, leading marine equipment manufacturers, turn-key suppliers, design offices, software and system providers, as well as shipbuilding, ship repair, and offshore yards. Finland's maritime industry is renowned for its extensive network, skilled workforce, and cutting-edge solutions. Our companies are at the forefront of developing zero-emission and sustainable technologies, with unique expertise in Arctic operations. We are committed to advancing energy-efficient designs and utilizing digitalization and automation to drive the sector forward. Elina Andersson, Secretary General Finnish Marine Industries: "We joined WaterborneTP because we are committed to its mission of fostering a safe, competitive, and environmentally friendly maritime sector. We believe in advancing excellence in vessel design, engineering, and construction through research and innovation. Through our involvement with Waterborne TP, we aim to contribute to shaping the industry’s R&D strategy. Additionally, we value access to information on EU funding opportunities".

Technology leadership at the heart of Framework Programme 10 WaterborneTP welcomes the report of the European Commission’s Framework Programme 10 Advisory Group, calling for technology leadership. On 16 October, the Advisory Group on Framework Programme 10 published its report “Align, Act, Accelerate: Research, Technology and Innovation to boost European Competitiveness”. Building on these recommendations, the independent experts are calling for an increased, more focused and protected budget. According to their analysis, this investment would position Europe as a leader in international R&I collaboration and governance. Eero Lehtovaara: We warmly welcome the emphasis on technology leadership in the report, which is in line with the main theme of our long-term strategy. The report highlights not only the important role of research, development and innovation, but also the indispensable link with demonstration, upscaling and deployment. All these elements need to be taken care of in an integrated approach, together with the public and private stakeholders of the European waterborne sector and taking into account its specificities, including the large number of SMEs. Furthermore, we can fully support the call for an increased, more focused and protected budget. However, technology leadership requires a dedicated initiative for the waterborne sector. Simplification of instruments does not necessarily correlate with the diversity of this sector, nor with the main theme of the report, competitiveness. Full press release is available here: https://lnkd.in/eQVnAbQ3