The ADT4Blue Entrepreneurship Showcase 2025 brought together students, early-stage and established entrepreneurs, digital tech experts, and innovators to shape the future of the Blue Economy. Through inspiring talks, standout pitches, and meaningful exchanges, attendees left energised, connected, and ready to take action! Watch the Showcase 2025 here.
A glimpse into the energy and inspiration of the Entrepreneurship Showcase 2025 — where ideas, action, and community met.
How ADT4Blue Supports Entrepreneurs
ADT4Blue is an Interreg Atlantic Area and European co-funded project advancing innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in the blue economy. Through innovation challenges, specialised training, pitching sessions, networking events, and personalised mentorship, the project empowers:
🔹 Early-stage entrepreneurs to explore and validate ideas that tackle marine and environmental challenges
🔹 Digital tech innovators to apply cutting-edge solutions, such as blockchain, IoT, and AI, to real-world needs in the marine industry
The consortium brings together 13 partners from Ireland, Portugal, France, and Spain, spanning expertise across academia, industry, and research centres. Together, we help students, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and SMEs overcome barriers, develop their innovations, and bring breakthrough ideas to the next stage.
By combining local action with cross-border collaboration, ADT4Blue strengthens both regional development and the broader digital transformation of the Atlantic Area economy; driving forward a more sustainable, connected, and innovation-ready future.
ADT4Blue Consortium Partners
WHY ADT4BLUE IS DIFFERENT
Hear from Prof. John Breslin as he shares what sets ADT4Blue apart from other entrepreneurship programmes.
Discover how ADT4Blue stands out, by helping participants understand real challenges in the marine industry and navigate the wide range of digital technologies available to make the right choice.
Open Call 2 is Live!
Discover the program details and learn how to apply by clicking the button below.
For full details about the ADT4Blue program, including Open Calls, who can apply, how to apply, and complete challenge descriptions, please visit the official ADT4Blue website.
