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4helixAquaCultureNet – Developing a 4helix Network in Aquaculture Sector

Acronym: 4helixAquaCultureNet

Category:
Ordinary

Project Summary

The 4helixAquaCultureNet project aims to transform the aquaculture industry at an interregional level by establishing a cross-border 4helix Network connecting Aquaculture SMEs, Research & Academia, Public Authorities, and Civil Society.

Key objectives include:
a) facilitating innovation and technology transfer,
b) increasing international presence of aquaculture SMEs,
c) promoting sustainable practices,
d) fostering aquaculture-tourism collaboration,
e) addressing climate change impacts.

Goals & Results
The project targets several key outcomes to strengthen the aquaculture sector, including:
Establishing a "4helix Cross-border Aquaculture Network".
Creating a smart e-aquaculture hub offering information, e-training, and networking.
Developing an e-handbook with eco-friendly and advanced techniques.
Promoting aquatic products.
Enhancing research, innovation, and technological advancement.
Supporting innovation through new public strategies and policies.
Raising awareness and training stakeholders and SMEs.
The project promotes a sustainable, innovative aquaculture sector by connecting stakeholders, providing digital tools, and advancing research, policy, and public engagement.

Outputs
4helixAquaCultureNet revitalizes aquaculture by creating a cross-border network uniting SMEs, academia, public authorities, and civil society.
It aims to:
a) facilitate innovation and tech transfer,
b) boost SMEs' global engagement,
c) implement sustainable practices,
d) support aquaculture-tourism synergies,
e) mitigate climate change effects.

The project delivers innovative, cross-regional solutions beyond current practices, aligned with the 4helix model and RIS3 strategies, enhancing cooperation across the aquaculture supply chain.

 

Priority Axis & Specific Objective

1. Smart and Innovation
1.1. Research and Innovation

Budget

1,275,780€

Duration

from: 17/06/2025
to: 17/06/2027

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4helixAquaCultureNet in Porto Cesareo with the local fishing community
What does it take to keep fishing alive and sustainable today? On 23 July 2026, the 4helixAquaCultureNet project brought this question to Porto Cesareo, hosting a networking event at Cooperativa Pescatori dello Jonio. Facilitated by Legacoop Puglia, the meeting opened a direct dialogue with the local fishing community, exploring current...
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Blue economy and Interreg Programmes: strong link between the projects 4HelixAquaCultureNet and Blueslinks
Legacoop Puglia, partner of our 4HelixAquaCultureNet project, took part in the second info day “Fishing Tourism Sector”, held in Lecce and promoted by the University of Salento within the Blueslinks project, funded by the Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme. During the session dedicated to funding opportunities and cooperation experiences, Elisabetta Iacobbe, project...
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4HelixAquaCultureNet – Public conference press review, march 2026
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Big engagement of local institution and media for 4HelixAquaCultureNet in Bari
Big engagement of local institution and media at the 2nd Communication Event of the 4HelixAquaCultureNet project took place in Bari on 1 April 2026. It brought together partners, stakeholders and institutions from Italy and Greece. The event fostered dialogue among businesses, research organisations, public authorities and civil society, in line...
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4helixAquaCultureNet 1° Newsletter, 16th January 2026
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4helixAquaCultureNet at the 19th Panhellenic Conference on Aquatic Ecosystems of Ionnina
The Preveza Chamber of Commerce brought the 𝟒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐱𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐍𝐞𝐭 in the 19th Panhellenic Conference of Public Sector Ichthyologists, held in Ioannina at the “Karolos Papoulias” Conference Center of the University of Ioannina. Centered on “Aquatic Ecosystems: Modern Management Approaches,” the conference put together scientists, institutional representatives and professionals from fisheries and...
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