Accelerate Your Blue Economy Innovation
The Bluetech Accelerator is a dynamic program to power your growth and innovation in the Blue Economy. Part of the Portugal Blue Digital Hub, we offer a hands-on, personalized approach to help you overcome challenges and scale faster. If you are a young innovative startup in the centre region of Portugal, our tailored program will address your unique needs and propel your blue tech venture forward
Ready to Accelerate Your Journey? Apply Now!
What you will get
We Start with You
We dive deep into understanding your business, uncovering key innovation gaps and growth opportunities through a thorough assessment. From there, we craft a personalized program tailored just for you.
Expert-Led Training Sessions
Boost your business with targeted training from industry experts with years of experience. Our sessions focus on the most critical topics to elevate your innovation game and drive success.
Guided Mentorship
You’re not navigating this journey alone. Benefit from one-on-one mentorship sessions that provide tailored advice and insights to help you tackle challenges and seize opportunities.
Expanded Network
We open doors to top players in your sector, connecting you with potential clients, partners and Blue Economy influencers who can propel your business forward.
Who are we looking for?
Are you a young start-up or are you developing a new innovative product/service that needs a boost?
Is your business involved in the Blue Economy sector?
Are you based in the centre region of Portugal?
Then we are looking for you!
Timeline Of the program
2024
1ST PHASE
open call
October 1st – 31st 2024
Tell us how your technology will boost the Blue Economy regionally. If we see you’re fit and ready, you’ll go ahead to the next step, which is…
2ND PHASE
Selection meeting
November 7th 2024
This is the first step of this immersion. We will meet the 15 selected innovators and give you a glimpse of what is to come.
3RD PHASE
Tailored assessment
November 11th 2024
We will give you an assessment form to understand the specific challenges your solution faces to design a tailored strategy to tackle your challenges.
4TH PHASE
Kick off
November 19th 2024
That’s when the experience begins
5TH PHASE
tRAINING AND tAILORED mENTORSHIP
November/ January 2024
Dive into our series of 4 electrifying virtual sessions with an expert! We’re here to arm you with the essential tools and knowledge you need to tackle your unique challenges head-on. Each session is packed with valuable insights on key themes.
After each training session, we will connect you with experts through one-on-one mentoring sessions. Think of it as your chance to get tailored advice and strategic insights directly from someone who can guide you through your specific challenges.
This personalized approach ensures that every piece of advice is customized to address your unique needs and obstacles, helping you navigate your journey with confidence and clarity.
By the end of the immersion, we review your progress, tweak your strategy, and set you up for even greater success at the showcase!
6TH PHASE
Showcase
January 17th 2024
In this stage, we’re setting the stage for Showcase Day, a special event to celebrate and highlight the successes from our innovation programs.
It’s your chance to shine, share your success stories with ecosystem players (possible clients, investors, advisors) and demonstrate the impressive results of your hard work. We’ll bring everyone together to showcase achievements, inspire others and spread the word about the impactful progress in the Blue Economy sector.
Program Partners
Blue Program Igniter
The Portugal Blue Digital Hub, led by Forum Oceano, aims to establish a strategic, competitive, and sustainable digital blue industry in Portugal. Its goal is to accelerate the digital and green transformation of SMEs and public sector organizations in the Blue Economy, contributing to the EU’s climate goals and digital sovereignty.
The Hub focuses on fostering innovation through collaboration with academic institutions, industry experts, and governmental bodies. Additionally, it seeks to enhance the global competitiveness of Portuguese enterprises by integrating cutting-edge technologies and promoting sustainable practices across the maritime sector.
Orchestrator
Beta-i is a collaborative innovation consultancy with a global reach.
A team of experts in managing corporate open innovation, pilot-oriented projects with highly-curated startups, and designing products and services alongside in-company teams. They work across various industries, leveraging their extensive network to drive impactful solutions and foster innovation ecosystems.
Additionally, Beta-i provides strategic guidance and mentorship to startups, helping them scale and succeed in competitive markets. Their approach ensures that both corporations and startups benefit from synergies, leading to groundbreaking advancements and sustainable growth.
Enabler
Fórum Oceano is the managing entity of the Portuguese Sea Cluster, certified and recognized by the Ministry of Economy and the Sea, the Ministry of National Defense, and the Ministry of Planning and Infrastructure, counting with more than 150 associates from a diverse range of sectors.
The cluster aims to promote the sustainable development of the maritime economy by fostering collaboration and innovation among its members. It also plays a crucial role in advocating for policies that support the growth and sustainability of the maritime industry. Through various initiatives, Fórum Oceano seeks to enhance the global competitiveness of Portugal’s maritime sector and contribute to the nation’s economic prosperity.
Regional Enabler
Founded in 2003, Inova-Ria is a non-profit organization based in Aveiro that supports innovation within the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector. By fostering collaboration between businesses, research institutions, and educational entities, Inova-Ria strengthens its regional community and accelerates digital transformation.
Their focus on telecommunications and electronic technologies makes them a crucial enabler for companies looking to innovate and grow in a competitive economy. Inova-Ria’s ecosystem serves as a driver of technological development, knowledge sharing, and economic progress, providing an essential support network for the Blue Economy sector across Portugal.
Are you ready to dive deep and make waves in the Blue Economy?
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