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CALL for Innovations – Accelerating Maritime Decarbonisation

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Join the Movement Towards a Greener Maritime Future

The maritime industry must embrace innovative solutions to significantly reduce carbon emissions and accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable and resilient waterborne transport sector.

SMARTDEC, an Interreg Atlantic Area project, is launching a Call for Innovations to support promising ideas, technologies, tools, devices and inventions that contribute to maritime decarbonisation.

Why apply?

Access to the SMARTDEC network connecting you with leading maritime stakeholders

Tailored coaching to refine your project

Networking opportunities with key stakeholders

Market and business strategy insights

Guidance for pilot implementation readiness

Who can Apply?

-> Innovators, entrepreneurs, and SMEs working on maritime decarbonisation

-> Solutions at different Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs)

-> Projects in the Atlantic Area, covering the Western Atlantic Ocean, including:

Spain: Galicia; Asturias; Cantabria; País Vasco; La Rioja; Navarra; Andalucía; Islas Canarias

France: Nouvelle Aquitaine; Pays-de-la-Loire; Bretagne; Normandie

Ireland: Northern and Western; Southern; Eastern and Midland

Portugal: Norte; Centro; Lisboa; Alentejo; Algarve; Região Autónoma dos Açores; Região Autónoma da Madeira.

-> Applying confirms voluntary participation and compliance with funding regulations

Selection Criteria

Innovation (30%) – Novelty and feasibility

Impact (30%) – Market, environmental, and societal benefits

Implementation (30%) – Business viability and scalability

Other (10%) – Transnational cooperation and gender balance

At least 8 beneficiaries will be selected, including 2 per country. Each will receive personalised support from regional SMARTDEC partners.

Application Timeline

How to apply?

Fusée Complete the online registration form HERE

OR

📥 Download the registration form HERE and email it to us at : smartdec@polemer-ba.com

Any questions?

Loupe droite Find more details about this call HERE

If you have any questions, please contact us at: smartdec@polemer-ba.com