Blue Connect Cruise

PAST EVENT - 27. February 2025

The ship is loaded with pioneers of Finland's blue economy

The A'Pelago Blue Connect Cruise on February 27, 2025, brings together Finland's blue economy pioneers to explore and shape the future

Join us in launching the A'Pelago Initiative 2025 on the Blue Connect Cruise, a day cruise from Turku to Mariehamn and back.

This year’s A’Pelago events theme is Blue Economy in Finland i.e new business solutions related to oceans that enhance their health. In line with this theme, the Blue Connect Cruise will dive into the potential and growth opportunities of Finnish players in the blue economy sector. Key topics for discussion include:

What is Finland’s role in advancing the new blue economy: Are we at the forefront of innovation or falling behind?
What growth opportunities does the blue economy offer: How can these opportunities be seized?
And what does the future of the blue economy look like?

The program includes inspiring talks, networking with around 60 like-minded sea activists and potential partners, deep dives into the state of Finland’s blue economy, four hands-on workshop sessions, and, of course, delicious food with wintery sea views.

This events venue is the historic sea route from Turku to Mariehamn aboard Viking Line's Glory, returning on Viking Line's Grace.

The event language is Finnish and it is open to everyone committed to advancing the blue economy and improving the health of our seas. Whether you're an experienced member of the A'Pelago ecosystem or a fresh face, the Blue Connect Cruise brings together the pioneers shaping the future of our seas across sectors for dialogue and action.

Traditionally, our events sell out quickly. So, secure your ticket now and ensure your place at the forefront of Finland’s blue economy.

Meet the speakers

Keynote speakers

Johanna Boijer-Svahnström

Senior Vice President Corporate Communications, HR, Sustainability, Public Relations , Viking Line

Niklas Kaskeala

Founding Partner, The Activist Agency

Kaisa Roover

sustainability transformation designer, SEAS Kollektiivi

Saara Vahvaselkä

Director, Legal, PwC Finland

Eini Haaja

tutkijatohtori, Turun ihmistieteiden tutkijakollegium (TIAS) / Pan-Eurooppa Instituutti, Turun kauppakorkeakoulu, Turun yliopisto

Anna Karhu

tutkimuspäällikkö, Pan-Eurooppa Instituutti, Turun yliopiston kauppakorkeakoulu, Turun yliopisto

Katri Johansson

An ambassador of good management

Tuuli Kousa

Founding Partner, The Activist Agency

Marcus Rosenlund

Tiedetoimittaja

Maj Grove

Founder & Chief Impact Officer, Your Devocean

Program

The full program can be found in Finnish here.

Event information

What, where, when?

A Gathering of Finland's Blue Economy Leaders and Experts
The event will take place on February 27, 2025, aboard Viking Line’s Glory and Grace ships, on a day cruise from Turku to Mariehamn and back.
The event starts at Turku Harbor (Ensimmäinen linja, 20100 Turku) at 8:00 AM and ends at the same port at 8:00 PM on the same day.
The event is open to anyone interested in the topic.
60+ participants
Ticket price: 150€ + VAT.
The event language is Finnish.
For more information, contact: sini@apelago.fi

What is included in the event ticket?

1 Blue Connect Cruise ticket includes:

A full day of thought-provoking Blue Connect Cruise program
Participation in 2 workshops
The cruise, a delicious breakfast, and a maritime lunch
New acquaintances and potential partnerships