Run by ÅKP
Run by ÅKP
Membership
Cluster members and partners
Den norske kysten huser en unik konsentrasjon av maritime selskaper, samt spesialiserte forsknings- og utdanningsinstitusjoner. Det maritime klyngen er verdensledende innen design, konstruksjon, utstyr og drift av avanserte fartøy for globale havindustrier.
Membership
Cluster members and partners
Den norske kysten huser en unik konsentrasjon av maritime selskaper, samt spesialiserte forsknings- og utdanningsinstitusjoner. Det maritime klyngen er verdensledende innen design, konstruksjon, utstyr og drift av avanserte fartøy for globale havindustrier.
Membership
Cluster members and partners
Den norske kysten huser en unik konsentrasjon av maritime selskaper, samt spesialiserte forsknings- og utdanningsinstitusjoner. Det maritime klyngen er verdensledende innen design, konstruksjon, utstyr og drift av avanserte fartøy for globale havindustrier.
A complete maritime value chain
Blue Maritime Cluster unites over 200 member companies and partners across the complete maritime value chain – from shipyards, shipowners, and suppliers to system integrators, start-ups, academia, finance, and key industry stakeholders. We serve as an enabler within one of the world’s leading maritime clusters. We promote collaboration and synergy among companies, disciplines, and markets, and support joint initiatives in innovation, competence development, and industrial transformation. Through this role, Blue Maritime Cluster strengthens competitiveness and long-term value creation for the maritime industry, both nationally and internationally.
A complete maritime value chain
Blue Maritime Cluster unites over 200 member companies and partners across the complete maritime value chain – from shipyards, shipowners, and suppliers to system integrators, start-ups, academia, finance, and key industry stakeholders. We serve as an enabler within one of the world’s leading maritime clusters. We promote collaboration and synergy among companies, disciplines, and markets, and support joint initiatives in innovation, competence development, and industrial transformation. Through this role, Blue Maritime Cluster strengthens competitiveness and long-term value creation for the maritime industry, both nationally and internationally.
A complete maritime value chain
Blue Maritime Cluster unites over 200 member companies and partners across the complete maritime value chain – from shipyards, shipowners, and suppliers to system integrators, start-ups, academia, finance, and key industry stakeholders. We serve as an enabler within one of the world’s leading maritime clusters. We promote collaboration and synergy among companies, disciplines, and markets, and support joint initiatives in innovation, competence development, and industrial transformation. Through this role, Blue Maritime Cluster strengthens competitiveness and long-term value creation for the maritime industry, both nationally and internationally.
GCE Blue Maritime Cluster
In numbers
Millions in capital invested in start-ups in 2024
Guests visiting Campus Ålesund in 2024
Evaluated ideas from established and startup companies.
Value of participation
When you join Blue Maritime Cluster, you become part of a strong network that extends throughout the entire maritime value chain. Participation provides access to resources, competence, and collaboration that support innovation, business development, and long-term competitiveness. Some of the key benefits of participation include:
A complete and trusted maritime network
Access to a broad maritime ecosystem spanning the full value chain, enabling direct interaction across companies, disciplines, and market segments.
Competence development
Opportunities to participate in conferences, industry days, forums, workshops, and events focused on competency development and knowledge exchange across maritime disciplines and technologies.
Market insight and industry intelligence
Access to analyses and knowledge resources, including the Blue Maritime Orderbook, the Maritime Resilience Report, and the Blue Maritime Knowledge Base, providing decision-relevant insight into market developments, global trends, and strategic challenges.
Project collaboration
Vi støtter, leder og bidrar til prosjekter og forstudier sammen med selskaper og partnere, og hjelper med å redusere kompleksiteten og ressursbehovet.
International collaboration and global competitiveness
Support for export potential and global competitiveness through collaboration with international partners, increased international visibility, and access to relevant insights and connections in key markets.
Dedicated funding advisory
Access to dedicated advisory expertise on national and international funding opportunities, including EU programs and defense-related initiatives, assisting companies in identifying opportunities, forming collaborations, and positioning projects for funding.
Value of participation
When you join Blue Maritime Cluster, you become part of a strong network that extends throughout the entire maritime value chain. Participation provides access to resources, competence, and collaboration that support innovation, business development, and long-term competitiveness. Some of the key benefits of participation include:
A complete and trusted maritime network
Access to a broad maritime ecosystem spanning the full value chain, enabling direct interaction across companies, disciplines, and market segments.
Competence development
Opportunities to participate in conferences, industry days, forums, workshops, and events focused on competency development and knowledge exchange across maritime disciplines and technologies.
Market insight and industry intelligence
Access to analyses and knowledge resources, including the Blue Maritime Orderbook, the Maritime Resilience Report, and the Blue Maritime Knowledge Base, providing decision-relevant insight into market developments, global trends, and strategic challenges.
Project collaboration
Vi støtter, leder og bidrar til prosjekter og forstudier sammen med selskaper og partnere, og hjelper med å redusere kompleksiteten og ressursbehovet.
International collaboration and global competitiveness
Support for export potential and global competitiveness through collaboration with international partners, increased international visibility, and access to relevant insights and connections in key markets.
Dedicated funding advisory
Access to dedicated advisory expertise on national and international funding opportunities, including EU programs and defense-related initiatives, assisting companies in identifying opportunities, forming collaborations, and positioning projects for funding.
Value of participation
When you join Blue Maritime Cluster, you become part of a strong network that extends throughout the entire maritime value chain. Participation provides access to resources, competence, and collaboration that support innovation, business development, and long-term competitiveness. Some of the key benefits of participation include:
A complete and trusted maritime network
Access to a broad maritime ecosystem spanning the full value chain, enabling direct interaction across companies, disciplines, and market segments.
Competence development
Opportunities to participate in conferences, industry days, forums, workshops, and events focused on competency development and knowledge exchange across maritime disciplines and technologies.
Market insight and industry intelligence
Access to analyses and knowledge resources, including the Blue Maritime Orderbook, the Maritime Resilience Report, and the Blue Maritime Knowledge Base, providing decision-relevant insight into market developments, global trends, and strategic challenges.
Project collaboration
Vi støtter, leder og bidrar til prosjekter og forstudier sammen med selskaper og partnere, og hjelper med å redusere kompleksiteten og ressursbehovet.
International collaboration and global competitiveness
Support for export potential and global competitiveness through collaboration with international partners, increased international visibility, and access to relevant insights and connections in key markets.
Dedicated funding advisory
Access to dedicated advisory expertise on national and international funding opportunities, including EU programs and defense-related initiatives, assisting companies in identifying opportunities, forming collaborations, and positioning projects for funding.
Become a member
Who can become a member?
Membership is open to organisations that are part of, or closely linked to, the maritime industry. This includes:
Companies and corporations
Start-ups and entrepreneurs
Research and knowledge institutions
Public authorities and public-sector entities
Financial and risk capital providers
Other organisations with a clear connection to the maritime industry
(subject to approval by the Steering Committee)
Membership requirements
Membership is based on acceptance of the GCE Blue Maritime Cluster Contract.
Key principles:
Group companies: Groups applying for membership must report the total number of employees across the entire group. All employees are then considered part of the cluster membership.
Branch offices: For branch offices of larger groups, the annual membership fee is based on the branch’s turnover.
Start-ups: Defined as companies within 0–2 years of registration in the Brønnøysund Register Centre (does not apply to Norwegian offices of foreign groups).
Annual membership fee
Membership fees are determined annually and are based on company size and category (start-up / established company).
A full overview of fees for 2026 is available below.
How to become a member
Click the button below to email us—please include your name, company, and contact details.
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Pierre Yann Major
Cluster Leader, Blue Maritime Cluster
Make better decisions
Get in touch with us to learn more about our projects or events, and how we can create value for you and your company.
Pierre Yann Major
Cluster Leader, Blue Maritime Cluster
Make better decisions
Get in touch with us to learn more about our projects or events, and how we can create value for you and your company.
Pierre Yann Major
Cluster Leader, Blue Maritime Cluster
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