Date: 11th to 19th of May 2026
Place: Online
Organizer: PHAROS Hackathon
Across the coming days, we will host a series of masterclasses, talks, and key events bringing together innovators, experts, and changemakers working on solutions for the blue economy and marine sustainability. You are warmly welcome to attend any sessions of your interest.
Below you can find some sessions that might be of interest to you:
- 11 May | 17:45 – 19:15 CET
Business Modelling Masterclass
Scope: Hands-on training on developing viable business models and structuring ideas for sustainability and impact.
- 12 May | 17:30 – 19:00 CET
Pitching Masterclass
Scope: Practical guidance on crafting compelling pitches, with focus on storytelling, clarity, and investor readiness.
- 12 May | 19:05 – 19:30 CET
Meet the Changemakers
Scope: Real-world insights from innovators developing solutions in circular economy and marine sustainability, followed by Q&A.
- 13 May | 17:05 – 17:25 CET
Inspirational Talk: “Rethinking Plastic: Solutions for Prevention at the Source”
Scope: Exploration of upstream solutions and systemic approaches to preventing plastic pollution.
- 18 May | 14:15 – 15:15 CET
Panel Discussion: Funding the Blue Economy
Scope: Funding strategies, investment perspectives, and pathways to scale blue economy solutions.
- 19 May | 17:00 CET
Keynote Speech
Scope: Insights on EU priorities, funding frameworks, and opportunities in the blue economy.
- 19 May | 17:30 – 19:15 CET
Hackathon Pitching Session
Scope: Final pitching session where selected teams present their solutions to the jury and winners are selected.