Events

The Commission's flagship research and innovation event brings together policymakers, researchers, stakeholders and the public to debate and shape the future of research and innovation in Europe and beyond.

Co-organised by DG REGIO and DG MARE, this two-day event will serve as a communication and networking platform, bringing together participating countries, pillar coordinators, stakeholders, and representatives of EU institutions.

The European Union will host the 2025 All-Atlantic Ocean Research and Innovation Alliance (AAORIA) Forum, bringing together AAORIA Partners and stakeholders from across the Atlantic Ocean. A forum dedicated to advancing ocean science, innovation, and cooperation from pole to pole.

The European Week of Regions and Cities (#EURegionsWeek) is Brussels' flagship event on Cohesion Policy, co-organised by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO) and the European Committee of the Regions (CoR).

Key annual event for green and circular economy. Ecomondo is the meeting place where industrial groups, stakeholders, policy makers, opinion leaders, local authorities, research bodies and institutions come together and put in place the key elements that define the strategies for the development of EU environmental policy.

This events brings together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, farmers and other key stakeholders to build momentum for ongoing efforts to improve soil health. It provides a platform to showcase the latest achievements of the Mission Soil.

The WIN-BIG Baltic Event is part of a series of three regional Sea Basin events (Mediterranean, Baltic and Atlantic) organised by the WIN-BIG project to strengthen gender inclusivity in the Blue Economy across Europe.

COP30 aims to accelerate global climate action by focusing on critical issues such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing climate finance for developing countries, and preserving forests and biodiversity

This fourth edition of the Digital Ocean Forum aims at further co-constructing the EU Digital Ocean Platform in the frame of the EDITO project, building on the two EU Flagship Ocean Services: the Copernicus Marine and the EMODnet Services. The event is organized back-to-back the EMODnet Open Conference 2025.

Following the adoption of the European Water Resilience Strategy, the first Water Resilience Forum will bring together policymakers, scientists, industry leaders, and civil society to chart the path toward a water-resilient EU by 2050.

Funding opportunities for projects helping to reach the EU Missions goals in the areas of health, climate and the environmen. The event will present the new 2026 topics in the Missions' part of the main Work Programme 2026/2027 under Horizon Europe for each Mission: Adaptation to Climate Change Mission; Cancer Mission; 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart cities by 2030 Mission; Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030 Mission; A Soil Deal for Europe Mission.

The conference will bring together policymakers, industry leaders and innovators to explore the future of Europe's blue economy and its role in driving sustainability and competitiveness. Against the backdrop of growing geopolitical complexity, climate urgency, and accelerating technological innovation, this one-day forum will dive into key issues shaping the blue economy - from ocean health and marine protection to decarbonisation of shipping, offshore clean energy, and global ocean governance and security.

EUROMARITIME is a genuine showcase for maritime and inland waterway companies, a business accelerator, as well as a lively forum where current issues and technical and political developments are exchanged and debated. EUROMARITIME offers all the economic, industrial, political and institutional players in the maritime world the opportunity to meet and discuss the challenges of maritime transport, shipbuilding and ship repair, the port economy and maritime technologies of the future.

The Partnership's 2nd Symposium will bring together co-funded projects, policymakers, industry leaders, funding organisations, and members of the Black Sea community. 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. This flagship European stakeholder event also aims to build a strong community around the sustainable blue economy and underline the Partnership's contribution to the European Ocean Pact, EU maritime policies, Agenda 2030, and the UN Ocean Decade.

This is a two-day international gathering of shipowners, port authorities, regulators, technology firms and other maritime stakeholders, designed to share knowledge, showcase innovations and debate the future of shipping across safety, sustainability, digitalization, decarbonization and more. It combines high-level panel discussions and a large exhibition, offering a broad platform for networking, strategic planning and industry-wide collaboration toward a greener, more efficient maritime sector.

The Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 is a major international scientific conference that brings together oceanographers, climate researchers, policymakers, and students to share the latest discoveries in marine and freshwater science.

The European Ocean Days is a week-long event with a series of dynamic and interconnected sessions focused on key ocean-related themes, all designed to encourage participants to engage across topics and contribute to a shared vision for the prosperity, competitiveness, security and sustainability of our ocean.

To ensure that the Coalition of cities, regions, islands and ports for the Mission Ocean and Waters responds to real needs on the ground, CO-WATERS is also organising an in-person needs assessment workshop as a follow-up to its online consultation activities.

This event will bring together representatives from regions, cities, ports, and islands to celebrate the growing community supporting the Mission Ocean and Waters. The fully interactive session will invite participants to share their experiences and show how their actions make a difference. Building on the shared vision for restoring the ocean and waters, set out in the European Ocean Pact and the Water Resilience Strategy, the event will spotlight the communities active across the four Mission Lighthouse sea and river basins, showcasing successful initiatives, exploring the value of different forms of support and technical assistance, and discussing lessons learnt and remaining needs.

The fourth Annual Forum of the Mission 'Restore our Ocean and Waters' aims at taking stock of the Mission's progress and major achievements, at mobilising relevant actors around key Mission deliverables for the deployment phase. The event will showcase innovative solutions developed under the Mission, discuss how key stakeholders, such as the regions, local authorities and the private sectors are involved in implementing the Mission and how different streams of finance are being mobilised to support the scaling and deployment of solutions for reaching the Mission objectives: to protect and restore marine and freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity, boost coastal resilience, eliminate pollution, and make the blue economy climate-neutral and circular.

The Summit is centred around driving action for a sustainable ocean economy and leveraging the ocean as a key part of the global environmental, social and economic agenda.

A major global marine-science & ocean-technology fair + conference. Brings together scientists, industry, and policy actors to explore technologies, monitoring, marine observation, environmental protection, coastal resilience, and sustainable ocean practices. Excellent for networking, learning about new tools/tech, and understanding marine-tech trends.

The event gathers marine scientists, researchers and stakeholders to share recent research, discuss socio-ecological challenges and foster collaboration on marine science, conservation, and sustainable ocean research.

The conference 'Climate Neutral Blue Cities by 2030: Accelerating Local Change under the EU Cities and Ocean Missions- Η Λεμεσός στην Πορεία για την Κλιματική Ουδετερότητα' is organised by the Municipality of Limassol in the framework of the EU Mission for 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030 and with the support of the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters. Limassol is taking a leading role in driving the green and digital transition towards sustainable, resilient, and inclusive urban development.

One Ocean Week is an annual event for debate, exchange of experiences, and activities related to the sustainable use of the ocean. One Ocean Week is part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.

The 2026 edition brings together shipowners, fuel producers, ports, regulators, technology providers and financiers for discussions on maritime decarbonisation, alternative marine fuels (biofuels, hydrogen, ammonia, e fuels, etc.), and the impact of EU and international regulations on fuel demand and maritime sustainability.

This is the annual meeting of the European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO) - participation to conference is paid. ESPO represents the port authorities, port associations and port administrations of the seaports of 21 Member States of the European Union and Norway at EU political level. ESPO also has observer members in Albania, Iceland, Montenegro, Ukraine and United Kingdom.

The EuroGOOS conference provides a forum for marine scientists and technologists developing operational oceanography products, and the users of these services including decision and policy-makers as well as the private sector.

It is the annual event during which Europe's maritime community meet to network, discuss and outline joint action on maritime affairs and sustainable blue economy. The EMD is also the place where 'Ocean Leaders Meet'. It provides an engaging and interactive experience to catch up on the current state of play on a broad range of issues concerning the blue economy and the marine environment and to discuss ways of moving forward.

The Cities Mission Conference will gather Europe's leading "Mission Cities". It will bring together city officials, policymakers, researchers, civil society stakeholders and business actors for plenaries, workshops, site visits and networking, aiming to accelerate urban climate neutrality efforts, share best practices in sustainable city planning and foster collaboration towards 2030 climate goals.

On 8 June 2026 at 14:00 CEST, CO-WATERS is hosting the online launch event of the Coalition of cities, regions, islands and ports for the EU Mission "Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030." Taking place on World Oceans Day, the event will introduce the Coalition, explain how membership works, and present the services CO-WATERS will provide to support territories in their sustainable blue transition, including a preview of the upcoming Sensemaking Workshops. The event is open to both members and organisations interested in joining the Coalition.

The NEB Festival 2026 will, among other topics, address the transformative power of democratic engagement in shaping more inclusive and sustainable communities. It will highlight how empowered citizens and local authorities can play an active role in creating their environments, with a particular emphasis on affordable housing as a cornerstone of democratic participation. In line with the NEB's core vision, the Festival will be a space to reimagine our built environment, placing first life, then spaces, and then buildings.

This event gathers professionals from across the globe to showcase the latest developments shaping the future of sustainable and efficient maritime technologies. This industry leading event will feature advanced technological solutions, host meaningful discussion around regulatory challenges and identify the connections to accelerate progress towards a sustainable future. Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo is a must-attend event for those driving maritime electrification and decarbonization.

Organised since 2012, this is the leading conference for the seaweed industry. Seagriculture EU 2026 will gather top speakers, who will share their know-how within seaweed for feed, food, offshore cultivation, biorefinery of seaweed, and much more.

Europe's premier decarbonizing shipping event. This maritime event will explore groundbreaking technologies and strategies for achieving carbon neutral shipping and reducing vessel carbon footprints. The forum will address the latest trends in shipping industry decarbonization, focusing on green shipping solutions and the role of alternative fuels, including hydrogen and biofuels, in achieving sustainability.

It is the leading conference on global water issues and an enduring meeting place for water action, championing cooperation across sectors and national boundaries. Tackling the greatest challenges of our time often starts with water. At World Water Week, you can delve into a broad range of topics, from food security and health to agriculture, technology, biodiversity and the climate crisis. Each Week is centred on a theme, selected to both set and reflect the global agenda. The theme provides a framework for advancing debate, building new consensus and learning from other sectors and perspectives.

All aspects of ecosystem restoration will be welcomed, with a focus on ecological considerations, as well as sociological and political ones. All ecosystems and territories will be considered, with special attention given to overseas territories. The conference is also aimed to build bridges with topics that are less well-integrated, such as the restoration of ecological networks (particularly dark infrastructure) and marine ecosystems. Particular attention will be paid to the restoration of wetlands and coastal ecosystems, very present in Brittany. The conference will also focus on the application of European Law on Nature restoration legislation and the implementation of National Restoration Plans.

Bridging the gap between science and policy in estuarine and coastal marine biodiversity: the way forward. Building on the results of several Horizon Europe projects this conference is a unique opportunity to show the most recent advances of coastal marine research and their applications for European and international policies. For this purpose, ECSA 61 brings together a global multi-disciplinary community of researchers and professionals.

The International Research Conference will be bringing together diverse scholarly events focused on the sustainable blue economy on 24-25 August 2026. The event aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Sustainable Blue Economy. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Sustainable Blue Economy.

International Marine Science Communication Conference series dedicated to fostering effective communication within the marine science community and beyond. The conferences aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and public understanding and sense of care, facilitating meaningful dialogue and collaboration among communicators, scientists, policymakers, educators and the public.

As climate change increases the frequency and intensity of droughts, floods and water quality challenges, regional and local authorities are under growing pressure to ensure sustainable and resilient water management. To support this effort, a forthcoming online webinar on Thursday, 3 September 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM (CEST) will bring together EU-funded projects, local and regional authorities, adaptation practitioners and members of the Mission Adaptation community to explore practical solutions that strengthen water resilience across Europe.

Every first weekend of September, discover the Port of Rotterdam during the World Port Days. Mark the 49th edition in your calendar: September 4, 5, and 6, 2026!

Ports are facing growing challenges related to water quality, resource efficiency and climate resilience. Hosted by Blue Cluster as the EIT Water regional hub for Benelux and France, the Wavemaker Port Innovation Awards 2026 bring together start-ups, port authorities, investors, researchers and innovation experts to explore innovative solutions for these challenges. During this half-day event in the beautiful coastal city of Ostend, selected start-ups will pitch their technologies to representatives from leading European ports and EIT Water experts. Participants will also have the opportunity to discover emerging innovations, exchange ideas and connect with key stakeholders from the European port ecosystem.

This event brings together marine scientists from around the world to present innovative research, share ideas and establish long-lasting collaborative partnerships. The ASC will feature a dynamic programme, covering key areas of ICES Science, including ecosystem science, human impacts, emerging technologies, and conservation.

The Virtual Island Summit is a global online conference designed to connect islanders around the world and address the unique challenges island communities face. This free event connects islanders and island enthusiasts to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions on critical island issues.

This landmark event will bring together port authorities, policymakers, industry leaders, and knowledge partners to explore what has proven to work in practice. Through concrete demonstration results, hands-on exchange, and tools such as the Green Port Master Plan, the conference will show how innovation can be embedded into long-term port strategies — turning ambition into action.

The Mission Forward conference is a biennial event that brings the global mission community together to share best practices and common challenges. Mission practitioners and selected leading academics from around the world will gather alongside policymakers, mission managers and project coordinators to discuss the practical dimensions of designing, governing, implementing and evaluating mission-oriented approaches.

The Aquaculture Europe events are all about communication with the sector. AE2026 will feature a trade exhibition, where regional and international companies will present their latest products and services. Standard and Corner booths are available, and each booth is 6m (2x3m) and features walls, carpet, two chairs and one table, spotlights, one power outlet, fascia identification sign and include two full conference registrations. Additional staff can register through our exhibitor portal at significantly reduced rates.

Circular & climate-resilient blue economy for Central and Alpine Europe. A one-day, high-energy innovation sprint uniting students, startups, corporates, utilities, cities and researchers to co-create early-stage solutions for urgent water, marine and maritime (WMM) challenges.

Imagine a world where the ocean teems with life, marine ecosystems flourish, and where coastal communities thrive in harmony with nature. This vision is not just a dream; it’s an achievable reality. How? Find out more during Ocean Week – a week of debates, exhibitions and other events to celebrate Europe’s seas and explore how to rebuild their abundance.

This year’s Climate Alliance International Conference (CAIC26) will bring local and European level stakeholders together with a clear aim: to highlight what makes local climate action successful. The answer lies in solidarity – in exchange and cooperation between policy and practice as well as between local authorities themselves, united within a strong network. Together, we will develop solutions that make our regions, cities and towns more liveable because climate action is more than just an environmental goal. It strengthens economic resilience, ensures geopolitical stability and fosters social justice!

The CMA Stakeholder Conference 2026 will take place in Bulgaria on 30 September 2026, once more bringing together policymakers, researchers, business leaders, investors and experts committed to shaping a sustainable and competitive future for the Black Sea region. This annual gathering remains a cornerstone for the Black Sea maritime and blue economy community, offering a dedicated space for dialogue, collaboration and strategic alignment.

This year, Ocean Energy Europe (OEE) and the Dutch Energy from Water Association (EWA) are teaming up to deliver a joint event on ocean energy in 2026. An ICOE OEE joint event provides a unique opportunity for the sector to come together, network and do business, and hear the latest news and updates.

In the series of online ERRIN Skills Talks, we are pleased to invite ERRIN members and their local stakeholders to attend the 3rd session, dedicated to Blue Skills and taking place on Tuesday 6 October 2026.

For over 25 years, Sea Tech Week® has been bringing together the international maritime community to discuss the latest scientific and technological advances. This not-to-be-missed event, held in Brest - a hub for maritime innovation - combines high-level conferences, exhibitions and networking.

Taking place in Portsmouth from 7–9 October, the event unites industry leaders focused on reducing emissions and improving port efficiency, coming together to advance sustainable port solutions and accelerate the maritime energy transition.

Taking place during Ireland’s EU Council Presidency, the Atlantic Summit Galway 2026 will convene leaders and stakeholders from across ocean research, policy, industry and society to set priorities for the Atlantic’s place in Europe’s ocean agenda. The programme will include plenary sessions, strategic discussions and networking opportunities across the Atlantic community, as well as some of the 2026 All-Atlantic Intergenerational Hackathon participants.

The European Week of Regions and Cities is the biggest annual Brussels-based event during which cities and regions showcase their capacity to create growth and jobs, implement European Union Cohesion policy, and prove the importance of the local and regional level for good European governance. The European Week of Regions and Cities is organised by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and the European Committee of the Regions.

DTF Conference positions ports as the intersection of maritime regulation, national grids and energy systems. The conference moves the conversation from shore power compliance to the delivery of integrated, resilient energy infrastructure.

Water Innovation Europe 2026, Water Europe's annual flagship event, is heading to Dublin, Ireland, on 13-14 October! Last year, Water Innovation Europe brought together more than 300 participants from across Europe's water community to shape policy, investment and innovation priorities. This year will revolve around the theme "Raising the bar for the Water Framework Directive", and the collective action needed to achieve the Directive's 2027 objectives.

On 15 October 2026, Malaga (Spain) will host the EIT Water Launch Event, marking the official launch of EIT Water, the new Knowledge and Innovation Community (KIC) of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) dedicated to advancing innovation across the water, marine and maritime sectors. The event will bring together the European community that will lead this strategic initiative to address Europe’s most pressing water-related challenges.

The International Atmospheric Rivers Conference (IARC) is a biennial convening that brings together a global, interdisciplinary community of scientists, forecasters, engineers, and resource managers to advance the understanding, monitoring, and prediction of atmospheric rivers (ARs) and their impacts across various domains, including water management, extreme climate events, and socio-economic resilience. A central goal of IARC is to strengthen connections between scientists, practitioners, and decision-makers to ensure that cutting-edge research informs real-world applications. Through focused sessions and collaborative discussions, the conference supports the development and dissemination of improved tools for monitoring and forecasting ARs. Additionally, the conference is committed to training and supporting the next generation of AR scientists by promoting student participation through scholarships and creating opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

The International Forum “Black Sea 2030: Partnership for a Sustainable Future” will take place in Burgas, Bulgaria, gathering policymakers, researchers, business representatives, and regional stakeholders to discuss the future of sustainable blue growth in the Black Sea region.

Ecomondo is the international benchmark for ecological transition and the circular economy: the 29th edition promises to exceed all expectations with a program full of innovations, visionary projects, and unmissable opportunities for companies, start-ups, researchers, innovators, and policymakers.

This year’s #IAPH2026 will be held in London, UK. The conference will reunite global port leaders with their counterparts in shipping, policymaking, financing and technology. Delegates can attend in-person plenaries, breakouts, site visits and workshops as well as the conference gala dinner celebrating the winners of the IAPH Sustainability Awards.

Held in Barcelona since 2011, Smart City Expo World Congress is the world’s biggest and most influential event for cities and urban innovation. Every year, we bring together leaders from global companies, governments and organizations to move cities towards a better future. Our goal is to transform urban ambition into solutions, partnerships, and collaboration opportunities to tackle the critical challenges cities face today.

Tomorrow.BlueEconomy brings together the innovators, investors, corporates, cities, and policymakers shaping the future of the ocean economy. Hosted in Barcelona from 3–5 November, the platform explores how we can accelerate solutions that strengthen ocean industries while protecting the ecosystems they depend on. From port decarbonisation and maritime digitalisation to blue finance, ocean technology, biodiversity, and coastal resilience — Tomorrow.BlueEconomy connects the people and ideas driving the next phase of the blue economy. Part of Smart City Expo World Congress, the event places the ocean economy at the centre of global conversations on cities, infrastructure, and climate innovation.

From 4 to 6 November 2026, Europort Istanbul will once again open its doors at the Yenikapi Expo Center in Istanbul. For many years Europort Istanbul has been the premier international business platform connecting Turkish and overseas shipbuilders, shipping companies, maritime authorities and equipment and service providers.

The 8th International Marine Conservation Congress (IMCC8) is a global gathering focused on advancing science-based solutions for ocean conservation. IMCC8 will take place in Edinburgh, Scotland, from November 13-17, 2026 at the Edinburgh International Conference Center (EICC). Hosted by the Society for Conservation Biology Global Marine Program, the congress brings together hundreds of marine scientists, conservation practitioners, policymakers, educators, students, artists, journalists, and community leaders working across research, policy, management, communication, and community engagement. The goal is to connect marine science with action for the planet and its peoples.

BEST – Blue Economy Summit and Trade Show – is the new biennial event in Genoa, which will take place on 16-19 November 2026. Over four days of conferences, seminars, networking, and an expo, the event aims to build a community, discuss future prospects, raise awareness among national and international institutions, and take stock of research and development.

The World Conference on Marine Biodiversity series (WCMB) is conducted tri-annually. The WCMB is a high-level international meeting that focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity. The conference provides a platform for policymakers, scientists, conservationists, industry representatives, and other stakeholders to discuss current and emerging marine biodiversity issues and identify ways to protect and sustainably manage marine ecosystems and their resources.

The 54th General Assembly of the CPMR and associated side events will be held on 18-20 November 2026 in Stavanger (Rogaland, Norway).

The Fifth Forum for the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change takes place on 24 November 2026 in Dublin, Ireland, under the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change supports EU regions, cities, and local authorities in enhancing their resilience to the impacts of climate change. As climate impacts intensify across Europe, the Forum will spotlight practical and replicable adaptation solutions that are making a difference on the ground. Participants will explore innovative tools being developed through Mission Projects to boost climate resilience, collaborate to co-design solutions tailored to their communities, and take advantage of rich networking opportunities to build partnerships across sectors and governance levels.

The 23rd IWA International Conference on Diffuse Pollution & Eutrophication (IWA DIPCON 2026) will focus on advancing knowledge and solutions for managing diffuse pollution and its impacts on aquatic ecosystems. Main themes: diffuse emissions of legacy and emerging trace contaminants (monitoring, modelling and management); diffuse emissions of nutrients; diffuse contaminant emissions from urban areas; agriculture and water quality interactions; eutrophication in freshwater and marine environments; nature-based solutions to tackle diffuse water pollution; tackling water quality problems at the scale of large river basins and impacted coastal areas; quality dimension in water scarcity assessment; and the pollution - biodiversity - climate change nexus.

International Maritime Conference & Expo where global maritime leadership meets in the heart of the Mediterranean. Following a successful edition, Maritime World Malta Show returns in 2026, once again bringing the global maritime community to Malta. Uniting shipowners, ports, offshore and energy operators, technology innovators, superyacht professionals, and regulators, the event creates a high-level platform where policy, innovation, and operational realities converge. Hosted at the prestigious Mediterranean Conference Centre (MCC), it is where dialogue turns into strategy – and strategy into action.

It aims to accelerate progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 6 — ensuring clean water and sanitation for all — through high level plenaries and six interactive dialogues on themes such as water for people, prosperity, planet, cooperation, and investments.

AlgaEurope is a unique opportunity to learn and understand all about algae production and commercialization and interact with over 400 key players from more than 45 countries. One of the key success factors of AlgaEurope is the close cooperation between EABA - European Algae Biomass Association and DLG Markets Benelux.

A milestone moment to accelerate science-based ocean action and shape the legacy of the Ocean Decade. It will provide a unique opportunity for the ocean community and partners to take stock of progress, present new initiatives and generate partnerships to create scalable and lasting impact during the remaining three years of the Decade and discuss the foundation of the post-Decade legacy.

One Ocean Week is an annual event for debate, exchange of experiences, and activities related to the sustainable use of the ocean. One Ocean Week is part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.

For its annual Focus meeting in 2027 ECSA will be returning, for the first time in many years, to Ireland. The event will cover a wide range of topics covering the entire coastline and its estuaries. Given the location in Dublin, we are particularly keen on contributions that address the challenge of managing urban coasts while retaining a high degree of geomorphological and ecological integrity and resilience in the coastal system. As is customary with Focus Meetings we will include contributions from government and regulators, academia, nature conservation bodies, tourism, special interest groups and local conservation bodies.

Established in 2008, European Maritime Day (EMD) is the annual EU conference meeting point on maritime affairs and sustainable blue growth, and the place where ‘Ocean Leaders Meet’ as the slogan goes. The European Commission, together with the EMD city and ministry/region, organise the conference.

SEFS15 will bring together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers working across all areas of freshwater science. The conference theme, "Water Connects", highlights the fundamental role of freshwater in linking ecosystems, societies, and policy. As 2027 marks the next implementation cycle of the Water Framework Directive (WFD), SEFS15 will dedicate an entire conference day to the Directive, focusing on progress to date, its scientific foundations, and future challenges and opportunities for freshwater monitoring and management across Europe.

AE2027 will take place at the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre from October 18-21, 2027, and taking the theme “Smart and Resilient Aquaculture.” As every year, AE2027 will comprise a scientific conference, trade exhibition, industry forums, workshops, sector meetings, student events and receptions. AE2027 will be a showcase for Greece, but also a meeting and exchange platform for experts from around the world.

Europort, organized in the world port city of Rotterdam, serves as the premier international maritime event for cutting-edge technology and complex shipbuilding. In 2025, the event attracted 23,113 professionals from 86 countries and featured 1,100 exhibitors, making it one of the world’s largest maritime B2B platforms for networking and knowledge exchange.