Building resilient, sustainable ocean-based cities
Critical infrastructure in and around the ocean is essential not only in terms of global trade but also to absorb human-caused carbon dioxide, thus counteracting global warming. As blue financing solutions mature, the tide is turning for the blue economy.
However, cities still struggle with policy and investment barriers. In what ways can cities leverage the potential of the regenerative blue economy to drive sustainable progress both for residents and the marine ecosystem?
Engage with marine innovation, coastal sustainability and smart port solutions
Learn from ocean-tech pioneers, policymakers and urban coastal leaders
Access premier networking to gain valuable connections and partnerships
The Global Platform to Accelerate the Blue Economy
Tomorrow.Blue Economy Wold Congress is the global summit dedicated to promoting and developing the potential of the Blue Economy.
With a focus on innovation, industry leadership, education, and real-world impact, it explores how we can scale solutions that serve the planet while driving economic renewal — from ports and shipping to blue food, biodiversity, finance, tourism, and ocean data.
What You’ll Learn About Blue Economy
Smart port infrastructure and logistics
Coastal resilience and climate adaptation strategies
Blue tech and marine renewable energy
Urban waterfront regeneration and governance
Ocean data, biodiversity and sustainable tourism
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ATTENDEES
Join the BLUE ECONOMY Program at the Smart City Expo 2025
Key issues at the center of the debate
Blue Economic Activity
Circularity // Start-up Ecosystem // Innovation Hubs // Ocean-based Industries // Eco-friendly Services // Economy Diversification // Innovation and Technology // Job Creation // Emerging Sectors // Bioeconomy // PPP Partnership // Gender Gap // Reskilling and Upskilling // Talent Attraction // Education and Research // Production Innovation
Marine Environmental Challenges
Openess to Civil Society
Cultural Activities // Outreach Activities // Marine Culture // Sports and Leisure // Coastal Public Space for People // Tourism // Civic Engagement and Participation // Local Promotion
All You Need to Know About the Blue Economy Program
2024 CONGRESS
SPEAKERS ON STAGE
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VP International Relations & Networks, Port of Antwerp-Bruges
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Vice-President of SIPG, Shanghai International Port (Group)
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Deputy Executive Director & Marketing and Customer Relations, Port of Los Angeles
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Senior Advisor, UNDP Financial Centres for Sustainability
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Maritime Director, Port of Seattle
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Program Manager New Mobility, Port of Rotterdam
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Director of Economic Infrastructure, Ports Office of Mayor Karen Bass, City of Los Angeles
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Head of Emerging Opportunities, Lloyd's Register
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Business Development and Innovation, Port of Quebec
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Director 2030 Agenda, Projects, and Content Member of the Management Committee, AIVP
HIGHLIGHTED SESSIONS
Delve into key issues with world-renowned opinion leaders
07 NOV
16:15 - 17:00H
AUDITORIUM
Navigating the Future of Ports, Cities, and Innovation
09 NOV
CO-CREATED SESSION
PARTNERS
Leading organizations supporting this new initiative.
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STRATEGIC PARTNERS
GLOBAL PARTNER
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
A selection of the extensive program of 2024 Breakout Sessions related to this track.
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