10/06/2026
🌊⚓ Last week, Next BlueGeneration organized an event exploring the connection between the Blue Economy and young people, highlighting the opportunities, challenges, and role of the next generation in shaping a sustainable maritime future with Militos Consulting S.A. contributing to the organisation of the event.
💬 It was great to see young people, professionals, and stakeholders come together to exchange ideas, share experiences, and discuss how innovation, sustainability, and new skills can drive the future of the blue sector.
🙏 A big thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the conversation. Your insights and enthusiasm made the event truly meaningful.
🚀 We look forward to continuing these discussions and creating more opportunities for youth engagement in the Blue Economy.
🌊⚓ One week after the Next BlueGeneration Final Conference in Brussels, we are still inspired by the energy, ideas and enthusiasm shared by stakeholders from across Europe! 🇪🇺
More than 150 participants joined us onsite and online to discuss the future of skills, jobs and careers in the Blue Economy.
Key takeaways from the event:
🔹Blue skills remain a strategic priority for Europe
🔹Greater awareness of Blue Economy careers is needed from an early age
🔹Soft skills such as communication, teamwork, adaptability and leadership are becoming increasingly important
🔹Stronger cooperation between education and industry is essential
🔹 Exciting opportunities continue to emerge across maritime transport, shipbuilding, blue biotechnology, marine conservation, ocean observation and sustainable tourism
👏 A huge thank you to all speakers, panellists, participants, project partners and supporters who contributed to this successful event and helped shape the discussion on the future workforce of the Blue Economy.
The journey does not end here! The Next BlueGeneration partnership is comminting to continue to supporting educators and young people in discovering exciting blue career pathways. Updates coming soon.
🔗 Learn more: www.nextbluegeneration.eu
🌊💙 Together, we are helping shape the next generation of Blue Economy professionals.
Sea Teach , ACTeon Environment Militos Consulting S.A. CMMI - Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute Sveučilište u Rijeci, Pomorski fakultet, European Marine Science Educators Association Σχολή Ναυπηγών Μηχανολόγων Μηχανικών ΕΜΠ Boating Industry Innopixel