What is happening
The alliance will develop business cases for scaling production and deployment in maritime technologies and market segments, while addressing the needs of shipping, ports and other maritime sectors. A call for applications opened on 2 September, with a first cut-off deadline of 16 October 2026.
Why is it on the Radar?
The Commission says the maritime industry supports Europe’s economic security, strategic autonomy, supply chains, defence readiness, and clean and digital transitions.