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SUMMARY:Heading to the horizon: innovation showcase and platform launch
DESCRIPTION:For Blue\, City of Cockburn and support partners invite you to “Heading to the Horizon”\, a showcase of emerging marine\, maritime and naval innovations\, and launch of new platforms and services for innovators\, SMEs\, corporates and investors. \nThis is your opportunity to see a vetted selection of the best innovations from the Cockburn instance of the Blue Gravity incubation program\, and to get exclusive insight into the future support for ocean innovators\, blue economy export market development and the best pathways and pipeline of ocean innovations. \nPlease arrive at 15:00 for networking before an official welcome at 15:30 followed by an hour of pitches\, panel discussions and announcements\, then networking from 16:30 to 17:00.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/heading-to-the-horizon-innovation-showcase-and-platform-launch/
LOCATION:City of Fremantle\, Fremantle\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch,Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260311T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 BioInnovation Festival
DESCRIPTION:The BioInnovation Festival is a five-day celebration of Western Australia’s life sciences and innovation ecosystem\, featuring flagship events\, regional tours\, and partner-led activities.\nBioInnovation Festival Conference – 11 March 2026 \nConnecting innovators\, industry\, and investors to explore the latest breakthroughs in life sciences. The program features over 50 speakers across keynotes\, themed streams\, and networking designed to spark collaboration and accelerate commercialisation. \nThemes: \n• Cross-disciplinary innovation\n• Medical & Health\n• Agriculture\, Aquaculture & Life Sciences\n• Commercialisation & Investment Readiness\n• Partnerships & Ecosystem Growth \nProgram Highlights: \nMorning keynotes\, two focused streams\, afternoon sessions\, a “meeting of the minds\,” and a Networking Sundowner. Optional Networking Dinner in the evening.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/2026-bioinnovation-festival/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Hotel Perth\, 207 Adelaide Tce\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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SUMMARY:Engineering Ocean Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Engineering Ocean Solutions (EOS) is the premier annual festival that attracts engineers\, innovators\, researchers and leaders who are engineering solutions to ocean-related challenges. \nThe 3 days of programming includes site study tours\, conference\, keynote presentations\, panel discussions\, exhibits\, pitches\, innovation challenges and social events. \nEOS provides the ideal opportunity for collaboration on pre-commercial technologies\, cross-sector collaboration and innovations in design\, manufacturing and operations.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/engineering-ocean-solutions-2/
LOCATION:Western Australia\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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SUMMARY:Engineering Ocean Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Now in it’s third year of growth\, Engineering Ocean Solutions (EOS) is for technical professionals\, innovators and business leaders creating solutions for marine\, subsea\, maritime\, defence and coastal engineering applications. \nEOS attracts participants from different disciplines\, sectors and across SE Asia to engage in peer-to-peer learning\, creative collaboration\, site study tours\, demonstrations\, industry challenges and immersive experiences. \nSite study tours include leading-edge robotics\, shipbuilding\, additive manufacturing and engineering facilities. Facilitated Deep Dive sessions include technical presentations and panel discussions with strong audience participation. The networking is second to none in stunning coastal locations\, curated by skilled facilitators and enabled by latest in digital networking technology.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/engineering-ocean-solutions/
LOCATION:The Esplanade Hotel\, Fremantle\, 46-54 Marine Terrace\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTSTAMP:20260407T063449Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Growth Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Growth Conference convenes industry leaders in Australia and South East Asia growing sustainable ocean-based ventures\, particularly those leveraging our remarkable marine biodiversity:\n🌊 Aquaculture and wild harvest: fish\, mollusk\, crustaceans\, pearl\, seaweed\n♻️ Marine bioproducts: nutraceuticals\, pharmaceuticals\, bioplastics\n🪸 Ecosystem regeneration: seagrass\, seaweed\, coral reef\n🔋 Supply chain: monitoring\, construction\, automation\, maintenance\, energy\, and finance\nThis expanded conference will draw attention to the unique characteristics and economic opportunities of these ocean industries\, building on the global interest in this region and sector. \nThis is THE event for gaining insights\, discovering opportunities\, connecting with talent\, and exploring investment in the present and future potential of sustainable ‘blue growth’.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/blue-growth-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Esplanade Hotel\, 46-54 Marine Terrace\, Fremantle WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230817T080000
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SUMMARY:Edge: Engineering Ocean Solutions
DESCRIPTION:EDGE23: Engineering Ocean Solutions \n17 August 2023 | 8am – 4pm | AMC Jakovich Centre\, Henderson\, City of Cockburn \n🎟️ Register by 08 August and get a 25% discount!\n \nNow in its second year\, EDGE23 is a unique forum attracting experts and innovators who are tackling marine and maritime engineering challenges. In partnership with the City of Cockburn\,  the Department of Jobs\, Tourism\, and Innovation and For Blue\, this forum focuses on leading-edge technologies\, emerging challenges\, business opportunities\, and support for new innovation. \nEdge is THE forum for industry leaders\, R&D teams\, engineers\, innovators\, and young talents to connect around the leading edge of marine engineering technologies and projects. \n \nAgenda\n\nEDGE23 is a powerful annual event with the perfect mix of features to help meet your objectives \n\nSite tours of leading-edge facilities\, including the Blue Economy Innovation Hub\nKeynotes from decision-makers & leaders of projects and technology development\nFacilitated discussions sessions dive deep into challenges\, opportunities and solutions\nNetworking to connect with customers\, peers\, innovators\, talent and support services\n\nMeet our Speakers \n\nAaron Begley\, CEO of Matrix Composites and Engineering\nAndrew Dolling\, Executive Director\, Science & Innovation of the Department of Jobs\, Tourism\, Science and Innovation\nChristophe Gaudin\, Director of UWA Oceans Institute\nHarry Hubbert\, CTO and Director of Greenroom Robotics\nJason De Silveira\, Founder and CEO of Nexxis\nJoshua Portlock\, Co-Founder of Electro Nautic\nJoshua Wigley\, Founder and CEO of Hyperion Systems\nJustin Strharsky\, Founder and Director of Humyn.ai\nKingsley Griffin\, Co-Founder and Director of Great Southern Reef Foundation\nLouise Tomlin\, Sustainability Advisor of Civmec\nNadea Putri\, Co-Founder and CEO of Azura Indonesia\nPeter Ivanac\, Business Development Manager of Total Marine Technology\nRyan Lowe\, Professor\, Coastal Engineering\, University of Western Australia\nWarren Smith\, Program Leader Maritime Undersea Combat and Surveillance\, Department of Defence\n\n  \nAbout the site visit: \nGathering at the AMC Jakovich Centre\, participants will get an exclusive tour of one of the three featured world-class engineering facilities. Buses will be provided to transport participants from and back to the Jakovich Centre. \n\nSite 1 : Matrix in Henderson\, WA\nSite 2 : Nexxis in O’Connor\, WA\nSite 3 : Total Marine Technology in Bibra Lake\, WA\n\n\n\nThemes this year include:\n\n🦾 AI\, VR\, and AR: Impact of digital technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality in design and manufacturing\n🧑🏼‍🏭 Materials: Role of new materials and designs in enhancing performance and reducing emissions\n⛴️ Major projects: Including ports\, surf parks\, aquaculture\, ocean plastics\, and new vessels\n🌱 Sustainability: Challenges and opportunities in sustainability and Environmental\, Social and Governance\n\n  \nRegister now to save your spot! \n🎟️  Register by 08 August and get a 25% discount! 🎟️\nYou get access to exclusive site tours\, keynote\, expert panels\, facilitated discussions\, exhibits\, and networking. Complimentary morning and afternoon tea\, lunch\, and refreshments will be provided. \n\n[CLOSED] Early bird discount – 35% off till 16 August\nRegister between 17 July – 05 August and get a 25% discount.\nRegular ticket sales start on 07 August.\n\nVisit the EDGE23 website for more information. \nFollow our LinkedIn and Twitter pages for fresh content and updates about the event.   \nThis event is part of the Blue Gravity initiative and is proudly funded by the City of Cockburn\, the Department of Jobs\, Tourism\, Science and Innovation\, UWA Ocean Institute\, and For Blue. 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/edge-engineering-ocean-solutions/
LOCATION:AMC Jakovich Function Centre\, 4 McGrath Road\, Henderson\, WA\, 6166\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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SUMMARY:Aquaculture & Fisheries: New and novel ways of adding value 
DESCRIPTION:Join us both in person or virtually for the next instalment of the WA Agtech Meetups where we will be collaborating with For Blue to bring you an exciting discussion on new and novel ways of adding value across aquaculture and fisheries. We will hear from tech providers delivering impactful solutions for the industry\, as well as innovative producers leading the charge on tech adoption. \nFor those attending in person\, this will be followed by a chance to catch up and network over some nibbles & drinks. \nThis event will be hosted at Town Hall @ Riff in Perth City as well as virtually via zoom so if you can’t make it in person make sure you register for the live stream (livestream details will be shared after registration). \nAgenda (AWST):\n5:00pm Onsite registrations\, drinks & nibbles\n5:30pm Presentations (virtual attendees to join from 5:30pm)\n5:45pm Panel discussion\n6:30pm Onsite Networking \n  \nDetails HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/aquaculture-fisheries-new-and-novel-ways-of-adding-value/
LOCATION:Town Hall at Riff\, 45 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230511T180000
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SUMMARY:Pulse: The Next Wave of Science and Innovation for Sustainable Development
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\nPulse is the premier regional innovation event focused on growing regenerative industries and economies. This forum showcases innovation and facilitates collaboration amongst leading scientists\, producers\, manufacturers and conservationists\, across the land and sea. \nFor those on the leading edge\, or those who want to be\, participating in Pulse is a must-attend event. \nJoining us on 11th May will be CEOs\, founders\, tech innovators\, ocean entrepreneurs\, policy makers\, leading scientific researchers\, conservation networks\, regenerative agriculture leaders and more. \n\nThis event brings together the Blue Gravity initiative and Connect Sustainable Industries program\, supported by For Blue\, Innovation Cluster\, Department of Jobs\, Tourism\, Science\, and Innovation\, Busselton Jetty and Shelter Brewing Co. 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/pulse-the-next-wave-of-science-and-innovation-for-sustainable-development/
LOCATION:Youth and Community Activities Building\, 21 Foreshore Parade\, Busselton\, Western Australia\, 6280\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T052851Z
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SUMMARY:State of the Blue Economy 2022
DESCRIPTION:The State of the Blue Economy Forum is the premier event to align on priorities for advocacy and action to advance WA’s blue economy. \nJoin leaders from fishing\, energy engineering\, research\, tourism\, and conservation and get insights into trends across state\, national and international ocean sectors. \nThis is your opportunity to contribute to the discussions and prioritisation of changes in strategy\, practice\, and policy. Leaders and representatives of key sectors and locations will be agreeing priorities for advocacy\, and government and industry will be there to listen. \nThis forum is also the place to discover new opportunities and advance collaboration for your venture.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/state-of-the-blue-economy-2022/
LOCATION:WA Maritime Musuem\, Victoria Quay Road\, Fremantle\, WA\, 6160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference / Summit / Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221110T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T052838Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Growth Investment Forum 2022
DESCRIPTION:The past 12 months has seen a significant increase in investment in ocean solutions and the rapid expansion in new mechanisms to facilitate this investment. \nFollowing the success of last year’s event\, the 2022 Blue Growth Investment Forum will again connect entrepreneurs\, investors\, project proponents and brokers from marine and related industries to share insights and explore new investment opportunities in this exciting sector. \nWho this event is for:\n\nInvestors: angels\, lenders\, VCs\, philanthropists\, government agencies\nVentures: entrepreneurs\, project proponents\nBrokers: service providers\, advisers\, consultants.\n\nThemes\n📈  New opportunities – Reviewing the trends in existing sectors such as offshore energy\, fisheries\, aquaculture and tourism. Exploring emerging sectors\, such as new power sources\, seaweed aquaculture\, pollution prevention\, and ecosystem restoration. \n🏦  Capital markets – Latest themes in markets relevant to ocean ventures\, plus the emerging options. Trends in equity\, grants and philanthropy. New mechanisms such as blue bonds\, blue carbon\, plastic credits and impact investing. \n🌏  WA’s positioning – How investors and projects in WA are positioned relative to international markets. A review of the strengths and preferences in WA and what that means for looking abroad. \n💼  Case studies – Case studies of recent and historical investments to understand the challenges and clever strategies\, risks and returns. \nAudience benefits:\nBy participating\, you can expect: \n\noverview of the tailwinds\, headwinds and trends affecting ocean industries\,\ninsights into the emerging sectors and those that are being disrupted\, transforming or dying\,\nconnections with others in the market: entrepreneurs\, investors\, project proponents and brokers.\n\nAgenda\nCommencing at 8:30am\, the event will include: \n\nCoffee and networking\nWelcome & acknowledgement\nPlenary overview & presentations\nNetworking (morning tea)\nBreakout discussions\nPlenary panel\nClosing remarks
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/blue-growth-investment-forum-2022/
LOCATION:Coogee Beach Surf Life Saving Club\, 20 Poore Grove\, Coogee\, WA\, 6166\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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