EBI is attending the upcoming European Maritime Day (EMD) in Ravenna, Italy (19 & 20 May). The EMD is the annual event where ‘Oceans Leaders meet’ to discuss the most pressing issues affecting European maritime community, and find ways to move the blue economy forward. It is organised by the European Commission and takes place in a different country each year.

This year, EBI is co-organising a workshop on: "Knowledge and Skills gaps in the blue sector: Towards sustainable blue growth" taking place on 19 May from 15:45 – 16:45.

This workshop will be the opportunity to present to EU policy-makers and stakeholders the nautical tourism sector as well as providing a space for debate in which marine stakeholders will discuss the challenges facing the next generation of marine professionals as well as the skills and capabilities needed to meet the goals of the blue economy and deliver sustainable ocean businesses. The workshop will also present the EnviroNaut project and provide opportunities for involvement.

EMD 2022 is a hybrid event, and participants will have the opportunity to join either in-person or virtually. Registrations are open until 12 May, click here to register.