On March 30, 2026, the first 2B-BLUE Awareness Campaign workshop, “From Sea to Solution: Building the Mediterranean Blue Future,” was held in Tirana, Albania, at the Academy of Sciences of Albania. The event marked the official launch of the project’s awareness campaign, bringing together key actors from academia, industry, and the environmental sector.
The workshop featured contributions from several project partners. Jesus Argente (University of Murcia) introduced the main objectives of the 2B-BLUE project, highlighting its mission to strengthen the blue biotechnology community across the Mediterranean through collaboration and knowledge sharing. Silvia Durmishaj Bakiu presented the work of Albanian Center for Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development (ACEPSD), including its previous projects, expertise, and role within 2B-BLUE. Rigers Bakiu then showcased the implementation of Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) in the Bay of Vlora, Albania. The Demonstration Site includes sea cages with sea bream and sea bass, combined with Mediterranean mussels, pearl oysters, and sea cucumbers—an innovative approach to sustainable aquaculture. The session also included insights from Ilia Mikerezi, representing the host institution.
The workshop wrapped up with an interactive survey, giving participants the opportunity to share feedback and express their interest in future blue biotechnology initiatives. This event marks an important step in raising awareness and building a stronger, more connected blue biotechnology community across the Mediterranean..
Photos: ACEPSD
