The ADT4Blue project, supported by Interreg Atlantic Area, has launched its Third Call to support entrepreneurs developing digital and sustainable solutions within key sectors of the Blue Economy. ADT4Blue's goal is to assist early-stage companies in developing and scaling impactful technologies across the Atlantic regions.
Key Benefits of Participation
Selected participants will gain access to tailored training sessions and entrepreneurship workshops, personalised mentorship from industry experts, access to a wide network of stakeholders and strategic partners and guidance on business model development and market entry.
Aligment
The call presents 11 innovation challenges across the strategic Blue Economy domains:
Who can apply
Timeline
Deadline for Submission: December 30th, 2025 5pm CET
Evaluation and Selection: January 2026
Final ADT4Blue Event: Between August & October 2026 (Aveiro – Portugal)
Key Benefits of Participation
Selected participants will gain access to tailored training sessions and entrepreneurship workshops, personalised mentorship from industry experts, access to a wide network of stakeholders and strategic partners and guidance on business model development and market entry.
Aligment
The call presents 11 innovation challenges across the strategic Blue Economy domains:
- Ocean Literacy
- Port Activities
- Shipping & Repair
- Ocean Monitoring, Conservation and Marine Ecosystem Protection
- Communication
- Ocean Renewable Energies
- Aquaculture and Fisheries
Who can apply
- Entrepreneurs
- Legally established SMEs & start-ups
- Innovators and researchers
- Students and alumni
- Teams or individuals with a passion for Blue Economy innovative ideas
Timeline
Deadline for Submission: December 30th, 2025 5pm CET
Evaluation and Selection: January 2026
Final ADT4Blue Event: Between August & October 2026 (Aveiro – Portugal)
Publish date: 2025-10-29
