The development of a maritime technology and blue innovation ecosystem in the Northern region of the country

Abstract

The new European Innovation Agenda⁽¹⁾ sets an ambitious goal for the European Union: to lead the new wave of deep innovation, capable of presenting transformative solutions to address the challenges of digital transformation, decarbonisation, and circularity of the economy in favour of a more sustainable development model. To achieve this, it is necessary to combine scientific knowledge, technological development, and business capacity. Access to innovation infrastructures, the existence of testing and experimentation conditions, the ability to support and accelerate new startups, attract investment and endeavours are crucial conditions that need to be wisely combined to achieve the best possible results and address the different challenges posed by the demand for goods and services in the international market - in a sustainable manner.