Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has been made co-chair for the international High-level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy (Ocean Panel). He was also appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Global Sustainability Voyage (One Ocean Expedition).
As Norway embraces the green shift, renewable energy will become crucial. Offshore wind energy has shown tremendous potential for growth in Norway, which could lead to the rise of a new emerging industry.
Blue Days 2021, Norway’s largest maritime hybrid trade fair, opened at Bergen’s Grieghallen today. This two-day hybrid event will serve as a showcase for the region’s ocean industries, allowing attendees to stay up to date on “what’s happening below the surface”.
SFI Smart Ocean held its first physical gathering at the Norwegian Ocean Observation Laboratory recently.
The Eitri Medical Incubator was officially opened in Bergen earlier this week. This medical innovation cluster will serve as an ecosystem for start-ups, entrepreneurs, researchers, healthcare professionals, investors, and students.