As we advance well into the second EMODnet development phase (2013-2016), consortia have grown and EMODnet now directly involves more than 110 organisations. Many more people are doing the actual work behind the scenes. To reconnect all partners involved in the different initiatives and discuss how we can move forward together in the coming years, EMODnet thematic portals are gathering at the same time and location (InnovOcean site Oostende, 21-22 October 2015) for their (annual) project meetings and a series of joint activities to consolidate the progress made today and prepare for the next EMODnet development phase. These meetings complement the EMODnet Open Conference (De Grote Post Oostende, 20 October 2015) organised by DG MARE together with the Secretariat and the Flanders Marine Institute. EMODnet partners are warmly invited to participate actively in the open conference as well as the joint activities and thematic partner meetings. 

For an overview of all EMODnet related activities taking place in Oostende in the week of 19-23 October 2015 - download the week overview (pdf)

Find more practical information about thematic lot partner meetings at InnovOcean here (pdf)