THE WORLD’S FIRST GLOBAL OCEAN INNOVATION FESTIVAL

All hands on deck! Drop the notebook, the tie and join us for site visit in and around The Hague and discover some of the newest project in the ocean space.

We’re searching for the boldest ocean thinkers and folks who are contributing to a more sustainable world. Join our site-visit, hosted by our experts and somewhere in and around The Hague, to discover an array of inspiring ocean spaces.

If you have a project on the fast track, but want to keep pace with the latest and greatest in ocean energy technologies you should join us. It’s an opportunity to explore new technologies and meet with leading experts in their field.

If you are curious about some of the cutting edge technologies and solutions available, get ready to get out of the office, learn more about new projects that could define your next portfolio or investment and make new friends.

Ocean start-ups have to work hard to explain their business and therefore have difficulties finding investors and partners. The real issue is the lack of knowledge and understanding of investment opportunities in the ocean.

The Investor Day is designed for (new) investors keen to understand the world of ocean innovation and the blue economy, and the business opportunities they have to offer. And hopefully, even help them source their next investment(s).

We believe that the power of collaboration and knowledge will unlock pivotal projects and take them from good ideas to impactful projects and we offer you the opportunity to connect with other investors and share best practices.

Ask questions, learn more about potential projects, and get to know more about some of the promising sectors in the blue space.

What are the key metrics for a successful start-up? Why do you need an actionable plan to grow your business? How should you communicate your vision to investors, customers and challengers?

Starting a company is never easy, but it is possible with the right tools.

The founders program will give you the right insights and mindset to better understand your vision, product or service, and look into problem solving techniques, how much to raise, what are the hurdles, what are corporates’ and investors expectation from an early stage start-up and more.

The Founders Program provides entrepreneurs with the resources and services they need to become successful, including mentoring, workshops, networking opportunities, resources to help with product development, access to potential partners with capital and more.

If you're a start-up founder or team member looking to scale your business, this program is for you!

Time to shine! Let go off the shoes and get out of your comfort zone and pitch your creative solutions to a crowd of eager investors and corporates willing to know more.

 

The Pitch on the Beach competition is a great opportunity for you to present your creative projects, demonstrate your entrepreneurial skills and get feedback from investors and corporates who are eager to back promising ideas.

It is your opportunity to showcase your business in the most creative and innovative way if you want to take the next step and go from concept to reality.

And if you have been thinking about becoming an entrepreneur, don’t be this is a great way to test the waters before diving in head first!

Discover a display of solutions and technology making (or using!) waves in the ocean space!

 

We are bringing together ocean experts and eager minds to discover, connect, and share solutions for a cleaner and healthier ocean. The showcase will highlight companies using technology in marine science, ecosystem research, fishing industry, aquaculture and other relevant industries. From monitoring and tracking, to cleaning up the mess created by plastics and collecting data, your solution can be showcased.

The ocean holds more promise than peril – we want to show you how!

 

But you are the expert here and the world of sustainable oceans continues to evolve, and we want to see what you're doing! If you have a solution that you would like to showcase, get in. touch with us.

It’s time for back to school, and we can help you bring your knowledge and skills up to date. Are you looking at deepening your knowledge and expertise in the seaweed space? Stop looking, we got you covered. Wanting to understand the complexity of carbon capture? Ocean energy? Our partners are rolling up their sleeves, ready to give you measurable and tangible insights that fit your current needs. Whether you want in-depth workshops, masterclasses or a 1-minute chance meeting with someone to ask a quick question –you came to the right place!

 

Thanks to our partners, we are able to offer you a wide expanse of workshops and masterclasses covering different topics and disciplines. If there is a specific sector or topic you would love to explore with us, get in. touch !

They are plenty of fish in the sea! (is that still true?). We hold a lot of value in making sure that you are engaging with the right partner and understand that it’s not only about finding a solution for your business but also one that really makes an impact.

 

B2B matching is often a complicated and lengthy process, which is why we are here to help you make your journey as smooth and painless as possible. We have a dedicated team who will be working hard on finding the right partner for you ahead of the event and onsite!

A picture is worth a thousand words they say. Taking part of a B2B event doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it too.

Come and become part of the project yourself – call your inner child to create in a fun, relaxed environment to transform waste into a meaningful beauty.

Look through the lenses of ocean lovers, artists and other influential individuals who are working to protect and save our precious oceans!