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News Oct 2, 2025
BlueMissionAA shares insights at BlueMissionMed Masterclass on Access to Finance

Valerie de Liedekerke (AIR Centre), BlueMissionAA coordinator, presented “Funding the Future: Big Visions, Local Power” at the BlueMission...

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News Oct 1, 2025
Showcasing the Atlantic & Arctic Basin Lighthouse at the AAORIA Forum 2025

The All-Atlantic Forum 2025 brought together partners from the All-Atlantic Ocean Research and Innovation Alliance (AAORIA) and Atlantic stakeholders ...

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News Sep 30, 2025
Macaronight 2025: connecting science and society for ocean and climate action

Once again, the Macaronight 2025 edition brought together science and society across the Macaronesian archipelagos of Madeira, the Azores (Portugal), ...

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News Sep 26, 2025
BlueMissionAA releases “Waves of Change” episode recorded at Cork mural launch

BlueMissionAA recently recorded a special podcast episode, “Waves of Change: Art, Science, and Community for the Ocean,” during the unveil...

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News Sep 25, 2025
BlueMissionAA solutions presented at Denmark’s EU Presidency Mission Ocean & Waters Conference

On September 23–24, 2025, Nyborg, Denmark hosted the DK Presidency Mission for the Ocean conference, a pivotal event supporting the EU Mission “Re...

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News Sep 25, 2025
BlueMissionAA in the spotlight on Mission Ocean Portal as project approaches its end

The BlueMissionAA project is approaching its conclusion at the end of October, having been featured recently in the Mission Ocean and Waters portal fo...

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News Sep 12, 2025
From Nyborg to Brussels: BlueMissionAA participates in All-Atlantic Forum 2025

Following its participation in the Mission Ocean & Waters Conference, held under Denmark’s 2025 EU Presidency, BlueMissionAA will take part in t...

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News Sep 8, 2025
BlueMissionAA participates in Denmark’s EU Presidency Mission Ocean & Waters Conference

BlueMissionAA will participate in the prestigious Mission Ocean & Waters Conference taking place September 23-24 in Nyborg, Denmark. The conferenc...

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News Sep 8, 2025
Ocean Storytelling: stories of the Sea

During the week of European Maritime Day (Cork, Ireland) in 2025 an event “Ocean Storytelling: stories of the Sea” took place near The River Lee a...

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Initiatives - News Aug 22, 2025
BlueMissionAA inspires Porto youth with Blue Bioeconomy Workshop

BlueMissionAA, through SPI, partnered with B2E CoLAB to deliver an engaging Blue Bioeconomy workshop for young people at Associação de Solidariedade...

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News Aug 13, 2025
BlueMissionAA contributes to Norwegian kelp forest restoration efforts

BlueMissionAA played an important role in advancing Norwegian kelp forest restoration efforts through co-convening a significant national conference i...

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News Jul 18, 2025
BlueMissionAA advocates for Equity and True Marine Protection at MPA in MSP Conference in Bodø, Norway

On July 9-11, the BlueMissionAA participated at the Marine Protected Areas in Marine Spatial Planning Conference in Bodø, Norway with a critical inte...

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News Jun 23, 2025
Spotlight on OOS25: A New Monitoring Logic for Marine Ecosystem Governance

At this year’s One Ocean Science Congress (OOS25), Harald Hasler-Sheetal presented insights from the BlueMissionAA project on how to track and guide...

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Initiatives - News Jun 23, 2025
Inclusive MPA Governance Solutions at MPA European Conference

Sebastian M.H.K. KOPF from the Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA) will represent the BlueMissionAA project at the upcoming MPA Europe Confe...

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News Jun 17, 2025
Virtual side event at 2025 UN Ocean Conference showcases game-changing research assessment tool

A virtual side event at the 2025 UN Ocean Conference introduced the international research community to a game-changing tool designed to help ocean re...

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Events - News May 29, 2025
Mission Ocean in the Spotlight at EMD Cork

The EMD Cork workshop showcased the power of lighthouse collaboration and reaffirmed our shared commitment to Mission Ocean....

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News May 27, 2025
BlueMissionAA brings ocean conservation to life through street art

An interactive ocean mural will be unveiled at University College Cork on June 1, as part of the Cork Harbour Festival, created by artist Neto Vettore...

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News May 26, 2025
BlueMissionAA to participate in Lisbon’s Blue Innovation Fair

The BlueMissionAA project will participate in the FINA Blue Business and Innovation Fair on June 5th in Lisbon, presented jointly by the Portuguese In...

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Events - Initiatives - News May 22, 2025
BlueMissionAA: Aligning Ocean Research with societal and planetary needs

Overview Programme Speakers Resources Relevant links Overview Join us for our official virtual side event of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference and discove...

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Initiatives - News Apr 16, 2025
BlueMissionAA launches call for artists to create ocean restoration mural for Cork Harbour Festival

BlueMissionAA is seeking a talented artist to create a mural inspired by ocean restoration and conservation. Our vision is to bring to life themes suc...

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Events - News Apr 16, 2025
BlueMissionAA at European Maritime Day 2025: Driving Governance for Ocean Restoration

In May, BlueMissionAA is heading to Cork for the European Maritime Day (EMD) 2025, taking place from May 21 to 23. As a key initiative supporting the ...

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Initiatives Apr 15, 2025
Integrating PESTEL and Theory of Change for Scalable Marine Ecosystem Restoration and Governance

The One Ocean Science Congress (OOSC) 2025 will feature an innovative session titled Integrating PESTEL and Theory of Change for scalable Marine Ecosy...

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News Apr 15, 2025
Bridging Science and Policy for Nature Restoration in the Atlantic and Arctic

On 8 April 2025, ICES and BlueMissionAA joined forces to deliver a dynamic webinar, “Recovery & Restoration – Policy needs from Science,” br...

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Events - News Apr 1, 2025
ICES and BlueMissionAA Nature Restoration Webinar

Recovery and Restoration – Policy Needs from Science About the Event Join us for an engaging and insightful webinar on marine ecosystem restorat...

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Initiatives Mar 18, 2025
Shaping Marine Sustainability: BlueMissionAA at the European Ocean Days

The 2nd edition of the European Ocean Days, held from March 3-7, 2025 in Brussels, brought together key stakeholders from across Europe to discuss cri...

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News Mar 14, 2025
Bridging science and policy: how ICES and BlueMissionAA can support EU Nature Restoration targets

The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) and BlueMissionAA are hosting a crucial webinar on April 8 that promises to explore th...

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News Feb 28, 2025
The European Ocean Days is back: Save the Date!

The second edition of the European Ocean Days is taking place in Brussels, between March 3 to 7, 2025.This initiative, organized by the European Com...

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News Jan 21, 2025
Participate in our Responsible and Sustainable Research Assessment Initiative

We are excited to invite research and innovation projects dealing with ocean and waters to participate in the Responsible and Sustainable Research Ass...

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Events - News Jan 21, 2025
Arctic Youth Conference

At the inaugural Arctic Youth Conference 2025, organized by the Arctic Council, BlueMissionAA will showcase how young professionals from diverse field...

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Events - News Jan 14, 2025
Atlantic Frontiers 2025: Beyond Borders

The prestigious Atlantic Frontiers conference “Beyond Borders” will host two special sessions highlighting EU Mission Ocean’s initiatives in the...

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News Nov 4, 2024
BioProtect launches a new call to boost marine conservation across European waters

In a significant move to support coastal communities, BioProtect has announced a new grant program offering €100,000 each to five European regions....

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News Oct 23, 2024
Azores make history by creating Largest Marine Protected Area Network in the North Atlantic

As the world prepares for the UN Biodiversity Conference (CBDCOP16), the Autonomous Region of the Azores has taken a landmark step in marine conservat...

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Events - News Oct 11, 2024
Workshop on Environmental Advocacy and Justice

To be held in the scope of BlueMissionBANOS Arena 3, between November 26-27, this workshop will integrate environmental advocacy with environmental ju...

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Events - Initiatives - News Oct 9, 2024
Atlantic Pilot Stakeholder Assembly

On 20 November 2024, the CPMR, in collaboration with CETMAR, and with the strong support of the project BlueMissionAA, will organize a pilot stakehold...

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Events - News Oct 4, 2024
BlueMissionAA Presents Innovative Sessions at Ocean Best Practices System (OBPS) Workshop VIII

On October 15 and 17, BlueMissionAA will lead two insightful sessions at the Ocean Best Practices System (OBPS) Workshop VIII, focusing on sustainable...

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Events - Initiatives - News Sep 13, 2024
Marine & Freshwater Restoration Initiatives Showcase

Join Marine & Freshwater Restoration Initiatives Showcase from September 25-26, 2024, at PLOCAN in Gran Canaria! ...

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Initiatives - News Jun 28, 2024
Tackling Arctic Pollution with Innovative Community Engagement

ICEBERG aims to develop strategies to improve resilience against pollution and climate change through innovative community engagement....

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Initiatives - News Jun 7, 2024
BlueMissionAA Ocean Literacy Booklet

As part of #EMDInMyCountry, BlueMissionAA developed an Ocean Literacy Booklet tailored for our younger generation.  This educational resource dives ...

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Awards - News Mar 6, 2024
Excellence in Marine Conservation: Côte Agathoise and Torre Guaceto Honored with MPA Awards

The Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) of Côte Agathoise (France) and Torre Guaceto (Italy) are the winners of the MPA Awards 2024. The ceremony took plac...

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Awards - News Feb 13, 2024
BlueMissionAA and MPA Europe MPA Award!

Are you managing a Marine Protected Area in EU seas or outermost territories? This Award is for you! In the framework of the EU Mission “R...

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Events - Initiatives - News Jan 21, 2024
Save The Date: European Ocean Days 2024

Join us at the European Ocean Days in Brussels, from 4th to 8th March 2024...

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Awards - News Oct 28, 2023
Atlantic AWARD

Today, 19th October, at the Atlantic Stakeholder Platform Conference, in Oporto, Portugal, the ASTRAL and BlueMissionAA projects both had the pleasure...

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Events - Initiatives - News Oct 28, 2023
OBPS Focus Session on Best Practices on Storytelling and the Restoration of Ecosystem: How to effectively engage stakeholders

Within the context of the OBPS Workshop VII, BlueMissionAA and PREP4BLUE organized a focus session on Best Practices on Storytelling and the Restorati...

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Events - News Oct 3, 2023
Networking Friday On Citizen Engagement With BlueMissionAA

Friday, October 6, 2023, from 1-3 PM UCT, the BlueMissionAA launched its inaugural Citizen Campaign. ...

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Events - Initiatives - News Nov 15, 2022
BlueMissionAA Kick-off meeting

BlueMissionAA kick-off meeting will take place in Cork, Ireland, on the 23rd of November. ...

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