The event is a free, 2nd Matchmaking Webinar focused on connecting technology suppliers with users in the blue bio value chains, specifically in the areas of processing technologies and product development for aquatic biomass. The webinar aims to address critical needs, foster collaboration, and identify innovative solutions for processing technologies and product development.The focus areas of the webinar include processing technologies, product development, and target biomasses such as macro- and microalgae, bivalves, fish, and crustaceans. Key challenges and opportunities discussed in the webinar include large and small-scale solutions, primary and secondary processing, and sustainability.The webinar is part of the BlueBioClusters (BBC) Project and the CoolBlue Project, a 3-year Horizon Europe Coordination & Support Action (CSA) that aims to assess the feasibility of regenerative ocean farming.

The 13th European Algae Industry Summit, scheduled for April 2-3, 2025, in Antwerp, Belgium, will bring together professionals from diverse sectors such as algae production, technology, food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and aquaculture. The summit will also attract investors, policymakers, and algae product distributors. Over two days, attendees will engage in discussions and presentations on algae cultivation, sustainability, market trends, and innovations. The event aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the algae industry's current and future developments, making it an essential gathering for anyone involved in the sector.

The International Seaweed Association will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the International Seaweed Symposium in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. The event will honor the deep historical connection Indigenous Peoples have with seaweed, while also recognizing the pioneers of seaweed research. The conference will explore ongoing advancements in seaweed technology. British Columbia, home to approximately 600 seaweed species and 30 kelp species, offers an ideal environment for temperate seaweeds, with its nutrient-rich waters and diverse geography. The symposium will highlight both the region’s natural wealth and innovative contributions to seaweed research.