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Blue4all Final Event - From science to practice: co-creating effective MPAs to meet the EU marine protection targets
The Blue4all final event will take place in Bruges, Belgium, on 16 November 2026, from 13:30 to 17:30 CET.
The event is organised together with the EU Blue Parks Community as its 7th Community Workshop, under the title From science to practice: co-creating effective MPAs to meet the EU marine protection targets.
The workshop will focus on the practical application of project results, tools, and lessons for Marine Protected Area (MPA) managers. It will include presentations of outcomes from Blue4all, the MPA Solutions Hub, and related tools and methods from other EU-funded projects and Mission Actions.
The event will be held back-to-back with the 7th World Conference on Marine Biodiversity.
Register here: https://eublueparks-workshop.wmhproject.events/
World Conference for Marine Biodiversity 2026
The World Conference on Marine Biodiversity 2026 will bring together the global marine biodiversity community to assess progress, share knowledge, and shape the future of ocean conservation. Taking place 17–20 November 2026 in Bruges, Belgium, the conference marks a key moment to align science, policy, and action midway through the UN Ocean Decade.
Past events
Our Oceans Conference
The Our Ocean Conference 2026 will convene global leaders to drive concrete commitments and accelerate action for ocean protection worldwide. Taking place 16–18 June 2026 in Mombasa and Kilifi Counties, Kenya, it marks the first time the conference is hosted on the African continent.
PHAROS Ireland Mega Event
The PHAROS Ireland Mega Event will bring together stakeholders across science, policy, and practice to co-create solutions for marine restoration and sustainable blue economy development. Taking place 26–28 May 2026 in Kerry and West Cork, Ireland, Blue4All will play a key role in advancing MPA collaboration, tools, and knowledge exchange.
6th ESP Europe Conference
The 6th ESP Europe Conference will bring together Europe’s ecosystem services community to advance solutions for a nature- and people-positive future. Taking place 18–22 May 2026 in Prague, Czechia, Blue4All will actively contribute through co-hosted sessions and by showcasing results from socio-economic and ecological tool testing.