Blue Economy Digital Innovation Hub to promote the digital and environmental transition, stimulate entrepreneurship, the development of new solutions based on Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Big Data solutions, support the testing and demonstration of new solutions, promote the attraction of foreign investment, promote training in digital skills.
Blue Biobanks Digital Research Platform at Cidade Azul Conference 2026
PBDH participated in Conferência Cidade Azul 2026, organised by Público, with the workshop “Blue Biobanks Digital Research Platform: um portal para a Economia Azul”, held on 22 April, Earth Day, at the University of Aveiro.
Nautical Portugal Platform enters a new phase in support of the Nautical Stations Network
On 5 and 7 May 2026, the PBDH will promote the workshop "The Nautical Stations Network and the Digital Transformation of the Nautical Portugal Platform", an initiative dedicated to the digital evolution of a strategic tool for the enhancement, management and promotion of the national nautical offer. The workshop will take place online and is aimed at all those interested in following this digital transformation process.
Azul Digital fostered reflection on the digital future of the Blue Economy
On 31 March, the Auditorium of the Ílhavo Maritime Museum hosted the event Azul Digital – Digital Solutions for the Blue Economy, organised within the framework of the Portugal Blue Digital Hub (PBDH). The initiative brought together representatives from businesses, academia and public entities to reflect on the present and future digital landscape of the ocean economy, in a moment of knowledge-sharing, solution showcase and strategic debate around innovation in the sector.
PBDH Platforms
NODC-PT
A national centre connecting marine data producers, providers and users, supporting the sharing, coordination and value creation of oceanographic information in Portugal.
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What we have to offer
For Start-ups and SMEs
Access Portuguese ocean and coastal data, join innovation programs, receive pilot support, use the Blue Tech Test Network, and connect with international investors.
For VCs and funding entities
Engage with top Blue Tech Solutions tested in the Atlantic and connect with entrepreneurs in exclusive sessions for direct private investments.
For the R&D and Academy
Provide lab resources to support start-ups, license IP to SMEs, and join programs to de-risk start-up launches using unexplored IP.
For the Public Administration
Promote advanced digital training for HR and join programs to find innovative solutions and expand your suppliers list.
For the civil society, NGOs and Associations
Follow project activities to ensure ESG compliance and stay updated on innovative solutions to address current challenges.
Corporates
Engage with exciting blue startups and access open innovation services that accelerate the deployment of new digital blue business models, ready to scale-up.
Ambition
Transform Portugal into a European Digital Blue Economy leader by 2030
Accelerating the green and digital transitions in the Blue Economy
Strengthening European resilience in the digital, artificial intelligence and blockchain areas
Contributing to increased sovereignty over the North Atlantic Ocean
Reduce technological dependence on other regions of the world
Work Packages
Work Package 1
Project management and coordination
Work Package 2
Portugal Ocean Big Data Platform and Blue Bio Bank
Work Package 3
AI-Blockchain Platform and Digital Maturity Evaluation Tool
Work Package 4
Acceleration and Incubation Services
Work Package 5
Bluetech Financing and Internationalization Services
Work Package 6
Bluetech Test Network services
Work Package 7
Bluetech Training Services
Work Package 8
Communication and Dissemination
Consortium
Results to achieve
Start and End
- 01/04/2024 - 15/06/2026*
Eligible expenses and incentive
- Eligible expenditure - 5,893, 801.93€
- Incentive - 4,452,626.47€