Meet the IURC LAC regions working on blue economy skills

Across Europe and Latin America, regions are working together to advance more sustainable, resilient and innovative approaches to the blue economy.

Through the IURC Latin America and the Caribbean programme, these territories collaborate within the Community of Practice on Blue Economy to exchange knowledge, strengthen cooperation between public institutions, academia and industry, and explore solutions related to marine resource management, coastal resilience, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, ocean-based innovation, and skills development.

Discover the regions driving cooperation for a more sustainable blue economy.

Tierra del Fuego | Argentina

🏙️ 186 k inhabitants | 🗺️ 18,500 km² of territory

Tierra del Fuego is Argentina’s southernmost territory, with a strong focus on the blue economy, maritime activities and sustainable use of marine resources. Its peripheral location shapes development strategies centred on logistics, fisheries, renewable energy and environmental protection.

Brest Metropolitan Region | France

🏙️ 340 k inhabitants | 🗺️ 2,400 km² of territory

The Brest Metropolitan Region is a coastal territory with maritime economy, innovation and sustainable development focus.

Coimbra | Portugal

🏙️ 460 k inhabitants | 🗺️ 4,336 km² of territory

Coimbra is a territory with strong links between academia, innovation and regional governance, promoting smart specialisation, digital transformation and sustainable development.

About IURC LAC

IURC Latin America and the Caribbean, part of the International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) programme, connects cities and regions from Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe to co-create sustainable, inclusive, and innovation-driven solutions. Through peer-to-peer exchange and partnerships, the programme contributes to improving citizens’ quality of life while strengthening global cooperation.

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