Applications are currently being accepted for the Nordic Innovation - Nordic Blue Cluster Forum Call for Proposals 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Nordic Innovation is calling for proposals to establish a network of ocean-related clusters or similar organisations from across the Nordic region. Apart from providing a forum for knowledge-sharing, the network should help accelerate existing blue solutions. Ultimately, the aim is to bring these solutions to market, secure investments, or both.
Lead applicants must be a cluster or ecosystem organisation
Eligible participants include:
Private or institutional investors
Companies and consultancies
Innovation institutions and higher education institutions
Public sector actors
Consortium Requirements: Must include partners from at least three Nordic countries
Industry participation and benefits to Nordic companies are key evaluation criteria
Submit proposals through the Nordic Innovation online portal
Ensure all consortium members meet eligibility requirements
Clearly define co-funding contributions and project budget
Include a detailed plan for accelerator activities, workshops, and investor engagement
Apply for Nordic Innovation - Nordic Blue Cluster Forum Call for Proposals