On 12 January, the UPWELLING project launched a call to identify and engage stakeholders interested in joining the UPWELLING Network, an open collaborative platform focused on the development of the Blue Economy.

The initiative aims to bring together organisations, start-ups, researchers, public authorities, students and individuals who are actively involved in, or interested in contributing to, the Blue Economy. Through this network, participants will have the opportunity to connect with key actors across sectors and take part in a wide range of project activities.

For organisations, the UPWELLING Network offers increased visibility through the Stakeholder Map, access to strategic connections and early involvement in initiatives such as the UPWELLING Academy, hackathons and Proof of Concept pilot calls. Students and individuals will be able to participate in all UPWELLING activities, establish direct contact with companies and organisations, and explore future learning and career opportunities.