Hub Azul Portugal
The Blue Hub network connects researchers, companies and public institutions in Portugal through a national network of hubs, offering access to specialised infrastructures, technical knowledge and support to design, test and scale Blue Economy solutions.
8 REGIONAL HUBS IN PORTUGAL
The Hub Azul network is made up of a national network of 7 Innovation Centres and the Hub Azul School, which support the Portuguese Blue Economy.
WHAT WE OFFER
From initial discovery to market launch, we enable innovation with resources, guidance and infrastructure.
IDEATION
Generate innovative ideas and turn challenges into concrete project concepts
ACCELERATION
Accelerating and expanding innovation in the blue economy and maritime technologies
Venture building
Improving the value of deep tech blue research and market launches
MENTORING
Connect with experts and mentors from different fields
MARKETPLACE
Access specialised laboratories, equipment and services
WHO WE CREATE VALUE FOR
Personalised solutions for stakeholders in the Blue Economy ecosystem
Startups
Launch and scale
Get funding, guidance and market access to accelerate your Blue Economy venture
Research Centres
RESEARCH and innovation
Collaborate with leading researchers and access cutting-edge facilities for ocean innovation.
Corporations
COLLABORATE and Transform
Partner with startups and researchers through open innovation, test facilities and acceleration programmes to drive transformation
Investors
BELIEVE and INVEST
Discover high-potential ventures, start-up projects and scalable technologies within the Blue Economy
THE BLUE ECONOMY ECOSYSTEM
Thousands of companies, investors and innovators are shaping the future of the ocean economy. Dive into the ecosystem to explore startups, investments and market trends.
6K
INVESTORS
4.3K
COMPANIES
4.7K
FINANCING ROUNDS
Let's build the future of innovation in the Blue Economy
Get in touch to find out more about our hubs, services and collaboration opportunities.