2nd Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership Symposium
Date: 11 February 2026
Type: In-Person
On 11 February 2026, the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership will host the second edition of its biennial Symposium in Bucharest, Romania. The event will mark the midpoint of the Partnership’s journey, reflecting on achievements, showcasing funded projects, and shaping the next steps for Europe’s sustainable blue economy.
The Partnership's 2nd Symposium will bring together over 100 participants, including co-funded projects, policymakers, industry leaders, funding organisations, and members of the Black Sea community.
Panel discussions, arts and cultural elements, and dedicated spaces for research and innovation projects will highlight both achievements and opportunities for collaboration.
The event will:
- Raise visibility of the Partnership’s activities and funding opportunities.
- Showcase ongoing projects and support the scaling of their innovations.
- Foster private-sector engagement in research, innovation, and market uptake.
- Highlight the Partnership’s pan-European, sea-basin approach, with a focus on the Black Sea.