Barcelona is committed to becoming the headquarters of the main annual global forum on the blue economy. Work to integrate the Tomorrow conference has been added to the €142 million investment to promote three facilities in the city to promote the blue economy until 2028. Blue Economy is a major reference event for businesses, financial sectors, governments and ports around the world.
The conference, which will be held from 5 to 7 November within the framework of the World Congress on Smart Cities, will expand this year by nearly 30%, reaching up to 1,000 square meters, reflecting the increased activity in this field. Economic diversification based on research and development and civil and economic use of the coast, with sustainability at the center, is strategic.
Barcelona Port President Luis Salvado said Barcelona wants to be a leader in the blue economy “at least in Europe”.
Presentation for tomorrow’s meeting. Blue Economy and Smart Port at the Port of Barcelona Headquarters in the World Trade Center. / Port of Barcelona
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Fira de Barcelona’s goal is for this space to continue to grow in the coming years, with companies emerging from initiatives such as BlueTech Port, the new innovation center for port activities at the Port of Barcelona, established this September It is. ; or Barcelona Activa’s commitment to promoting start-ups and new professions related to the blue economy.
This overview of efforts also includes the work of the Barcelona-based World Oceans Council. The World Ocean Council represents private initiatives committed to sustainable business with the ocean and serves as Barcelona’s focal point for international companies and investors.
In total, more than 250 international experts and representatives of the blue economy ecosystem will participate in the conference.
“No city is betting more on this sector,” emphasized Emma Cobos, head of innovation at the Port of Barcelona. The port has been working for some time on development through the Smart Ports Initiative, collaborating with seven other world-leading ports to develop solutions to the challenges posed by these large economic and logistics platforms . Future Piers. Its wide-ranging program is presented in an increasingly integrated manner with the city’s blue economy initiatives.
