- blue economy
- Wednesday 30 September 2026, 09:00 - 17:00 (CEST)
- Bulgaria
Practical information
- When
- Wednesday 30 September 2026, 09:00 - 17:00 (CEST)
- Where
- International Congress Center BurgasBulgaria
- Languages
- English
Description
The Black Sea Stakeholder Conference: Regional Cooperation for a Thriving Black Sea, will take place in Bulgaria on 30 September. Bringing together policymakers, researchers, business leaders, investors and experts committed to shaping a sustainable and competitive future for the Black Sea region. This annual gathering remains a cornerstone for the Black Sea maritime and blue economy community, offering a dedicated space for dialogue, collaboration and strategic alignment.
A Full Day Dedicated to Dialogue and Collaboration
Participants will explore progress under the Common Maritime Agenda for the Black Sea, share experiences from ongoing initiatives and discuss emerging priorities for the years ahead. The programme will highlight the collective efforts driving innovation, resilience and sustainable development in the region’s blue economy, while fostering connections among stakeholders working toward shared goals.
Stay tuned for the Black Sea Awards - Applications now open
The Annual Conference will also set the stage for the Black Sea Project Awards 2026, now in their third edition. The Awards recognise outstanding, innovative and impactful projects delivered across the Black Sea region (Bulgaria, Georgia, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Türkiye and Ukraine) that contribute to the three goals of the Common Maritime Agenda: healthy marine and coastal ecosystems, a competitive and sustainable blue economy, and fostering investment in the Black Sea blue economy.
Applications are open until 15 August 2026, with winners receiving results on 1 September. The winning project per category will be invited to pitch live in front of the audience at a dedicated Award Ceremony during the Conference on 30 September, followed by a live vote to decide the "winner of winners". All three winning projects will benefit from increased visibility through the CMA's digital channels, media outreach and a dedicated newsletter, along with the Black Sea Project Awards Seal and certificate.