Open Call for BlueInnovation

 

The Open Call for Blue Innovation will open in early 2027

MarTe will launch an Open Call for Blue Innovation, inviting innovators, SMEs, startups and other stakeholders from across the Baltic Sea region to develop and test new marine and maritime solutions.

The call focuses on early-stage deep-tech ideas and supports their development into practical, real-world applications through funding, mentorship and support for testing and validation.

What kind of projects are we looking for?

The Open Call targets early-stage ideas at TRL 3 (Technology Readiness Level) and aims to advance them to TRL 6 by the end of the support period. At TRL 3, an idea or concept has been tested in a research setting, while at TRL 6 the solution has been demonstrated in a real-world environment.

We welcome projects working on:

• Offshore renewable energy
• Smart vessels and ports
• Sustainable use of marine resources
• Marine ecosystem protection

What support is offered?

The Open Call will support 6 selected projects through financial support and tailored mentoring. Each project may receive up to €60,000 for prototyping, testing and further development, together with a personalised mentoring programme focused on feasibility planning, investment readiness and long-term sustainability.

What happens next?

Detailed conditions, application process and thematic priorities are currently being developed and will be published in January 2027.

The Open Call for Blue Innovation is coordinated by the Estonian Environmental Investment Centre.

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