In light of the accelerating global transition toward building a sustainable Blue Economy, the International Conference on Blue Economy and Sustainability serves as a leading international platform that brings together distinguished researchers, academics, industry experts, policymakers, innovators, and development partners from around the world. The conference aims to promote knowledge exchange, showcase the latest scientific achievements, and discuss innovative solutions that support the sustainable management of marine and water resources.
The conference is organized by Suez University in collaboration with Shanghai Ocean University and the African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR), and will be held from 19–21 October 2026 in Ain Sokhna, Arab Republic of Egypt.
The conference holds particular significance due to Egypt's strategic position as the gateway to Africa and a vital link connecting Africa, Asia, and Europe. Egypt also plays a pivotal role in promoting regional and international cooperation, making it an ideal destination for strengthening scientific partnerships, exchanging knowledge, transferring technology, and building capacities that contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals across the African continent.
The strategic collaboration with leading Chinese academic and research institutions represents one of the conference's key pillars. This partnership reflects a shared vision for advancing scientific excellence, innovation, and sustainable development. It provides valuable opportunities for exchanging expertise, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, launching joint research initiatives, and strengthening long-term institutional cooperation among Egyptian, Chinese, and African organizations in the fields of aquaculture, fisheries, and the Blue Economy.
Conference Scientific Themes
The conference focuses on six major scientific themes covering the most important areas of the Blue Economy and sustainability, providing a comprehensive framework for discussing current challenges, future opportunities, and innovative research.
- Water Resources, Ecosystem Sustainability, and Aquatic Health.
- Innovations in Aquaculture and Aquatic Animal Health.
- Blue Engineering, Clean Energy, and Smart Navigation.
- Fisheries and Sustainable Resource Management.
- Sustainable Seafood Processing and Food Safety.
- Blue Economy and Sustainable Coastal Development.
These scientific themes create an integrated platform for exploring emerging challenges, sharing innovative solutions, and supporting the sustainable growth of the Blue Economy through interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific excellence.
Conference Side Events
Alongside the scientific program, the conference features a variety of distinguished side events designed to encourage collaboration, foster innovation, and strengthen partnerships among researchers, industry leaders, and development organizations.
- Blue Economy Exhibition.
- Signing Ceremonies for Cooperation Agreements and Memoranda of Understanding.
- Blue Economy Innovation Competition.
- Student Projects Exhibition.
- Blue Economy Youth Forum.
These activities provide participants with valuable opportunities to expand professional networks, exchange ideas, showcase innovative projects, and explore new avenues for scientific collaboration and sustainable investment, reinforcing the conference's mission to advance the future of the global Blue Economy.
