The Commission has adopted the first-ever EU strategies dedicated to coastal communities and islands.
They aim to support stronger economies, climate adaptation, improved connectivity and quality of life for those on islands and along Europe’s coasts.
link.europa.eu/v7yFKP
Wrapping up a successful #2nd edition of the #EUMSPWeek2026! 🌊
Valuable reflections & discussions have been shared by @cinea_eu, @EU_Commission, projects, initiatives, and relevant actors, highlighting a community that is progressing and becoming more connected, practical and impactful.
This progress is particularly important in light of what lies ahead, including the development of the EU Ocean Act and the evolving role of #MSP within it.
Thank you to all the #MSP community!
For farms and aquaculture businesses, fuel costs are part of daily operations.
France will be able to provide support to companies facing higher non-road diesel prices due to the Middle East crisis, following approval by the European Commission: link.europa.eu/ThJV7P
🏆 Is your @AtlanticArea project making a difference in the blue economy?
Apply for the Atlantic–WestMED Project Awards 2026 and showcase your results on a European stage.
📅 Apply by 30 June 2026
atlanticarea.eu/news-events/…
The HiPoTeSis Project, supported by the @AtlanticArea, is inviting stakeholders to participate in a survey aimed at strengthening the ecosystem around floating offshore wind test sites.
🌊 Have your say and contribute to the future of offshore wind:
🔗 atlanticarea.eu/discover-our…
🌊 🚀 #EUMSPWeek2026 officially starts today!
A week full of discussions on Maritime Spatial Planning ! Experts are already diving into key topics like MSP data, tools & evidence-based planning.
Looking forward to a great week of exchange!
Have a look at the programme here 👉maritime-spatial-planning.ec…
🌊 How can we make the #BlueEconomy more inclusive?
Join the #TurningBlue webinar to explore:
✅ Inclusive hiring in maritime sectors
✅ Mentorship & support models
✅ A new job-matching platform
📅18 June | 16:00 CET
Register👉tinyurl.com/yc2zvwcz@cinea_eu@EU_MARE
Join the #Youth4Ocean Forum: A community for young people shaping the future of the ocean.
If you’re 16–30 and ready to boost ocean literacy and drive a sustainable #BlueEconomy, this is your space.
Access mentoring, visibility, internships, workshops and a vibrant EU‑wide network turning ideas into real impact.
Step in. Grow your voice. Shape our ocean future.💙
Info👉shorturl.at/6inXM#EU4Ocean#EUBlueSchools
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€13 million approved by the Commission to support France's fishers.
Fuel prices have surged with the conflict in the Middle East.
Our answer:
🔹Support for marine fuel purchased - 20 cents/litre in April, 35 cents/litre in May.
More on METSAF⬇️
ec.europa.eu/commission/pres…
🌊 Thank you to everyone who joined the Youth Open Policy Lab yesterday, organised by GRAAL and Océanopolis to celebrate #EuropeDay 🇪🇺
Young voices are essential to shaping a greener, bluer Atlantic Region and strengthening cooperation for the future 🌍🤝
Registrations are open for EU #MSPWeek2026!
🗓️ 1–5 June 2026 | 📍 Brussels, Belgium
Take a look at the confirmed sessions so far, details coming soon, so stay tuned for more info over the next few weeks!
📨 Get in contact if you are interested to host a stand or display a poster showcasing tools, projects or MSP initiatives: info@maritime-spatial-planning.ec.europa.eu
📝 Register here! ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner…
🔹 @EU_MARE@EU_Commission@cinea_eu