Maritime resource efficiency project (REMCAP) website launched
REMCAP, a European collaborative project focused on Maritime Resource Efficiency has launched a new website aimed at relevant marine companies, public sector bodies, academic institutions and research organisations, to update interested parties on its activities and achievements. Coordinated by Marine South East this Framework 7 'Regions of Knowledge' project brings together 14 partners from 6 European maritime clusters with capabilities in the marine resource extraction sectors.
All around the globe, Governments are increasingly recognising the social and economic value of the seas: as a source of energy, materials, food and leisure, as well as a transportation corridor. However, the coastal and ocean environment that provides these resources needs careful management to ensure its long-term viability. The capability to exploit marine resources, in ways that are sustainable and cost-effective, is becoming a strategic priority for maritime nations and the EU.
REMCAP aims to advance this capability by expanding innovation capacity in maritime resource efficiency. By facilitating interaction and knowledge exchange across the clusters and developing and implementing regional and joint action plans, REMCAP aims to develop the clusters' ability to highlight innovation priorities, and equally to address barriers to investment.
Although REMCAP runs for three years (December 2012 - December 2015), it will create longer term benefits through its influence on strategic planning and the creation of new cluster collaborations at regional, European and international levels.
The REMCAP project team welcomes interaction with additional maritime partners and clusters outside of the project focus area and encourages readers to visit the new website http://www.remcap.eu which provides regular updates on project development and emerging opportunities. We would also encourage you to register your interest in becoming involved in the project through the website and we will keep you updated of our progress.
For more information please visit http://www.remcap.eu
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