On 3 July 2026, REFEST was presented during the webinar “Océans et Eaux & Horizon Europe 2027”, organised by the French Ministry for Ecological Transition, in partnership with the Point de Contact National (PCN) Bio-Environnement.
The event brought together researchers, public authorities, industry representatives and innovation stakeholders to explore the funding opportunities offered by the Horizon Europe 2027 calls addressing oceans, inland waters and the sustainable blue economy. The webinar also provided participants with practical guidance on participating in Horizon Europe and featured testimonials from successful EU-funded projects.
REFEST was presented by Denis Real (BlueNav) during the session dedicated to “Sustainable Blue Economy and Maritime Transport Infrastructures”, alongside other Horizon Europe flagship initiatives. The presentation highlighted the project’s objectives and shared practical insights from its implementation, offering participants a concrete example of how European collaborative research contributes to advancing more sustainable maritime transport solutions.
By taking part in this high-level national event, REFEST contributed to showcasing the impact of Horizon Europe-funded innovation while inspiring future applicants interested in developing projects that support the transition towards a more resilient, sustainable and competitive blue economy.