It is a ‘one-stop shop’ for ocean-related activities, the latest socio-economic and scientific data, information on the market and current trends, and essential tools to help policy makers and businesses design and implement projects for the benefit of coastal communities.  

Virginijus Sinkevičius, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, says this new blue economy portal will fill the knowledge gap that currently exists in this sector and helps businesses, policy makers, and stakeholders make decisions in the implementation of their projects.