Leancubator | Algerian Blue Economy Conference

Round table 01 : Financing and Insuring the Blue EconomY, Strategies for Sustainable Growth

Mr.Abdelhakim BERRAH , Mr. Rafik Benabbes & Mr.abdelkader ould slimane

Scaling blue economy projects depends on customized financial solutions and effective risk management. Sustainability-linked insurance can boost investor confidence while supporting eco-friendly practices. Public-private partnerships are essential to drive innovation and resilience in the blue economy.

Round table 02 : FISHERIES & Aquaculture Futures: Sustainable Practices and Technological Advances

Dr. Rachid Annane , Mr. Amar OUCHELLI , Mrs. Chanez ZOUADI & Dr. Nazim BRERHI

Sustainable aquaculture requires targeted research to address current challenges. Public-private and international partnerships are essential to boost maritime fishery yields sustainably. The National Blue Economy Program prioritizes balancing economic growth with sustainable practices through global collaborations.

Round table 03 : biodiversity conservation and eco-tourism

Mrs. Alessandra Sensi & Mrs. Amal Muntaser Eltayeb Ibrahim (Online)

Eco-tourism initiatives, supported by the UFM, aim to protect biodiversity within fragile ecosystems. UFM's metrics help assess and replicate successful blue economy projects. The EcoCruising FU_TOUR project sets a model for sustainable cruise tourism in the Mediterranean.

Round table 04 : Innovating the Blue Economy: Advancing Research and Development for Sustainable Maritime Solutions

Dr. Noureddine OUADAH , Mr. Abdelfettah Herizi , Mrs. Naciba LABIDI & Mr. Matteo Elli

Innovation in the blue economy is promoted through international partnerships and active participation from Algerian startups. Technology transfer efforts, such as the BIG cluster, help turn research advancements into commercial solutions. Incubators, accelerators, and open innovation unite academia, industry, and government to advance sustainable maritime practices.

Round table 05 : Sustainable Maritime Transport and Infrastructure

Mr. Noureddine KOUDIL & Mr. Samir BACHOUCHE

CNAN Med is reducing emissions and integrating digital technologies to enhance sustainability. The WestMED Initiative enhances maritime infrastructure and transport through international collaboration. New strategies and technologies aim to preserve marine biodiversity while driving economic growth in the Mediterranean.

Conference : Maritime clusters, a framework for opportunity development and cluster implementation

Mr. Leonardo MANZARI

Maritime clusters drive sustainable growth by facilitating collaboration among stakeholders across the blue economy. They enhance competitiveness and resilience while promoting environmental sustainability through targeted initiatives. Practical examples in the Mediterranean show how these clusters impact local and national economies.

Round table 06 : to develop and strengthen MARITIME clusters cooperation as a tool for strategic impulsE, Best practices and experience sharing

Mr. Ezzedine Kacem , Mr. Gregory Yovanof S. YOVANOF & Mr. hamadi BABA HAMADI

The Tunisian Maritime Cluster has advanced development through collaboration, with success stories that can guide other regions. Despite challenges, the Mauritanian Maritime Cluster offers lessons on regional collaboration for competitiveness and sustainability. Collaborations between maritime clusters and research institutions are driving technological innovations, with international cooperation being a key success factor.