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This is not another conference. It’s time to go blue, New Zealand. 

On April 11, the country's foremost blue economy leaders, innovators, researchers, and investors are coming together under one roof to showcase the best of what New Zealand has to offer.  

This summit isn't just about listening. It’s time to think big! 

By bringing together leading businesses, universities, research institutions, funders, and navigators, the summit aims to catalyse projects, foster collaboration, and spark innovation on a scale never seen before.  

Connect with industry leaders and gain insights into cutting-edge discussions. Explore groundbreaking solutions, network with like-minded individuals, and spark new ideas. 

Emceed by Edmund Hillary Fellow Doug Steiner, speakers and panellists include a variety of the blue economy’s top researchers, CEOs, and innovators of change. These include fast-fire presentations from AUT, University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, Victoria University, Lincoln University, the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, Cawthron Institute, NIWA and Plant & Food Research.  

Join panel discussions featuring NZ Food Innovation Network, NTZE, SnapCore, Kernohan Engineering, KiwiNet, Westpac, Icehouse Ventures, BioPacific Partners and more. 

This Summit isn’t about ocean development. It’s about the blue economy. 

New Zealand's blue economy is comprised of activities that will generate economic value and contribute positively to social, cultural, and ecological well-being. It encompasses a vast array of industries, from maritime transport to aquaculture, blue technology and AI, renewable energy, and beyond.  

This Summit isn’t in a big city. It’s in the heart of New Zealand’s blue economy. Co-hosts Moananui and the Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA) proudly invite you to join this groundbreaking event at Nelson's Trafalgar Centre on Thursday 11 April 2024.   

Stay on for Friday, April 12th April, joining a commercial field day, to get hands-on experience and deepen your connections within the Nelson Tasman blue economy community. 

The Summit promises to inspire, educate, and empower New Zealand’s blue economy.  

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot here: Blue Economy Innovation Summit

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