Become a member
Benefits of being a member of Blue Cluster
- Discover the potential of the blue economy for your company and keep track of the latest developments
- Become part of the leading innovative network for the blue economy both for businesses and for knowledge institutions
- Join other companies and partners in setting up innovation projects that boost your competitiveness
- Enjoy financial support from the Flemish government to stimulate your innovation and weigh in on the policy agenda for blue growth
The different possible formulas are explained below. Also check out the testimonials of our members.
Looking for more information or a customised proposal?
Call +32 59 26 75 15 or send us an e-mail
Membership tailored to the needs of any company
| Exploratory | Standard | Strategic | Premium | |
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Discover our added value for your company Keep informed of networking activities and projects and take part in the SME Committee (SMEs only) |
Make the difference as an innovation pioneer Participate in personalised matchmaking activities and get proactively contacted in case of calls and funding opportunities for your innovation projects |
Make your voice heard in the debate about blue growth Become involved in the preparation of the annual planning and specific topics. Make a contribution to the blue strategy developed by Blue Cluster |
Have an impact on the agenda and propagate blue growth Premium members are represented in the Board of Directors and set out the course of action for Blue Cluster at the highest level |
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| Networking | 1 free participant per networking activity | 3 free participants per networking activity | 5 free participants per networking activity | 10 free participants per networking activity |
| Innovation | Surcharge for project support | Project support for 1 project included Individual contact |
Project support for 3 projects included Individual contact epresentation in the steering committee |
Unlimited number of projects without surcharge Individual contact Representation in the steering committee Alternate chairmanship of steering committee |
| Knowledge & strategy |
Information about activities and calls 1 free participant in task forces and workshops Member of the SME committee (in case of SME) |
Information about activities and calls 3 free participants in task forces and workshops Member of the SME committee (in case of SME) Tailor-made know-how Member of the General Assembly |
Information about activities and calls 5 free participants in task forces and workshops Member of the SME committee (in case of SME) Tailor-made know-how Member of the General Assembly Representation in the strategic guidance committees CEO dinner |
Information about activities and calls 10 free participants in task forces and workshops Member of the SME committee (in case of SME) Tailor-made know-how Member of the General Assembly Representation in the strategic guidance committees CEO dinner Representation in the Board of Directors Setting the blue strategy |
| More info | More info | More info | More info |
Personalised services
Besides the range of membership-based services, members can also rely on Blue Cluster, at a competitive price, for personalised services such as:
- Lectures, presentations or keynote speeches;
- Advice on funding and intellectual property;
- Subcontracting in projects (tailored writing, dissemination, etc.).
In case a cooperation project is not possible or opportune for a particular project, we can also provide individual assistance.
Further information? Tailor-made quotation? Call +32 59 26 75 15 or send us an email.
Member testimonials
Blue Cluster is important for Marlinks as this network enables us, a small SME, to reach out to large companies so as to work together in research projects and attract new customers.
Roel Vanthillo
MULTI.engineering builds on long-term partnerships with companies that believe that the blue economy can provide an answer to contemporary societal challenges. We are convinced that Blue Cluster can help us in this.
Niko Fierens
Collaborations such as Blue Cluster are a driving force behind the conceptualisation and implementation of innovative and sustainable solutions, and reinforce the resilience and agility of all partners.
