Black Sea blue economy investment and innovation capacity building pilot

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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The Black Sea Blue Economy Investment and Innovation Capacity Building Pilot, under the broader EMFAF Flagship projects, aimed to enhance innovation and digitalization within the Black Sea's blue economy sectors. This initiative specifically targeted the implementation of the Common Maritime Agenda for the Black Sea, contributing to the European Green Deal, Digital Agenda, and the EU Communication on Sustainable Blue Economy. The pilot sought to build capacity among key stakeholders to foster a robust blue investment and innovation ecosystem in the region.

Who is Funded: Black Sea Blue Economy Capacity Building

The Black Sea blue economy investment and innovation capacity building pilot targeted a diverse range of stakeholders within the Black Sea region, with a primary focus on boosting innovation and digitalization in key blue economy sectors. The program's objective was to support the Common Maritime Agenda for the Black Sea and align with broader EU strategic goals.

What is Funded: Blue Economy Innovation and Digitalization

This pilot project focused on fostering innovation and digitalization within both traditional and emerging blue economy sectors in the Black Sea region. Supported activities aimed at building capacity, identifying needs, and testing innovative solutions to bring research and innovation to the market.

Type and Scope of Funding: Grant Program Overview

The funding for this pilot project was provided in the form of grants. While a total budget for the topic was allocated, specific maximum or minimum funding amounts per individual project were not detailed in the provided information. The overall goal was to fund at least one high-quality project.

Conditions and Requirements for Black Sea Blue Economy Pilots

Applicants and beneficiaries of the Black Sea Blue Economy pilot were subject to various conditions and requirements covering application submission, collaboration, and project implementation. Adherence to these stipulations was crucial for eligibility and successful project execution.

Application Procedure: Blue Economy Pilot Submission

The application process for the Black Sea blue economy pilot was a single-stage submission, with specific guidelines for proposal preparation and submission. The evaluation process was clearly defined, and applicants were informed of the expected timeline for results.

The Black Sea blue economy investment and innovation capacity building pilot was established and governed by specific legal frameworks and regulations, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

1,575,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.01.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Black Sea region (Bulgaria, Georgia, Moldova, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine)

Sectors

Sectors:

Tourism, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Transportation and Logistics, Other, Renewable Energy

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Blue economy SMEs, start-ups, research organisations, maritime clusters, financing bodies, public/private investors

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Pilot Testing, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF)

Managed By:

European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)

Additional Partners:

CMA national hubs, Black Sea Virtual Knowledge Centre, Black Sea CONNECT project, BlueInvest, Enterprise Europe Network

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