This interview was conducted with Tiago Braz, CEO of Wavelength Technology Center, as part of the Blue Compass project, promoted by the Hub Azul Portugal Network, based on insights from the Hub Azul Dealroom, the leading digital matchmaking platform for blue innovation.

As sustainability becomes a global priority, internationalization is emerging as a strategic pathway for building resilient and innovative universities. In this article, Alexandra Teodósio, Vice-Rector for Internationalization and Sustainable Development at the University of Algarve, explores how global partnerships, interdisciplinary collaboration, and inclusive opportunities can drive both local and global impact. How can internationalization strengthen resilience, boost innovation, and promote equity in higher education?

As AI and automation reshape global transport, the maritime sector sails into a digital era where cybersecurity and data-driven efficiency are essential. In this article, Ricardo Póvoa, Research Coordinator at Escola Superior Náutica Infante D. Henrique (ENIDH), explores how technology and collaboration are redefining the future of a secure and smart blue economy.

As aquaculture enters the digital age, its most valuable resource is no longer found in ponds or tanks, but in data. From oxygen levels to feeding records, every metric holds powerfull insights. In this article, João Janeiro, S2AQUAcoLAB Researcher, explain how AI, real-time monitoring, and blockchain can turn information into intelligence — and unlock a billion-euro opportunity for Europe’s sustainable seafood future.

Our coasts are changing fast — under pressure from climate change, tourism, and urban growth. Coastal futures aren’t shaped by satellites alone. In this article, Adriana Fernandes (ENIDH) shows how everyday photos and posts can power smarter, more human coastal planning.

Despite its promise, the Blue Economy faces slow progress due to uncertainty and fragmented collaboration. In this brief but sharp reflection, Manuel Melo, Innovation Manager at Hub Azul Portugal, argues that protocols alone aren’t enough—what we need is a smarter, more adaptive approach to working together.