There are still some tickets available for the event. Choose and buy your tickets here. Once you have purchased your tickets, you will receive a confirmation email where you can download your tickets. Please note that the confirmation email will be sent to the same email address you used to book your ticket. You will find it in your mailbox (or spam folder) with the subject line “Confirmation: A'Pelago Initiative 2025”. If you cannot find your ticket, please contact us.

If you buy several tickets at once, the tickets will be sent to each participant you register by email. This way, all participants will personally receive all relevant event messages. If you have any questions about tickets, please contact us.

No tickets yet? Secure your tickets here.

Yes, absolutely! If you are unable to attend and would like someone else to use your ticket, that’s totally fine. We just need to know a few details in advance to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.

Please send us the name, email address, and any allergies or dietary restrictions of the person attending in your place no later than 18.8.2025.

You can notify us by contacting us directly at matilda@apelago.fi. We’ll make sure the new attendee receives all the necessary event information.

Blue Connect is where the A’Pelago community lives year-round — a digital space to connect, collaborate, and grow the Blue Economy together. This is also where you sign up for the How-To Sessions!

Here’s how to get started:

✅ Log into Blue Connect using your professional email. If you’ve already purchased a ticket, the system will recognize your email, just use the same email address to create your profile.
✅ Complete your profile: add a photo and a bio so other members can get to know you.
✅ Introduce yourself and your company in the Collaborate section. Join discussions, seek advice and share your ideas.
✅ Stay active! Comment, ask questions, start conversations and showcase how your company contributes to the Blue Economy.

You can use Blue Connect directly in your browser or via the Circle mobile app, available on App Store and Google Play.

The How-To Sessions at A’Pelago Initiative are designed as focused, hands-on moments to build deeper connections, share practical knowledge, and spark real collaboration.

The sign-up for these sessions is now open! Please register for one session per day only, otherwise, you’ll miss your lunch break.

Since space is limited, A’Pelago reserves the right to select participants based on applications. If we haven’t received your choices by 15.8.2025, we’ll assign you to available sessions automatically. The sign up takes place in our Ecosystem platform Blue Connect.

Make sure to sign up in time to secure your spot in the session that inspires you most!

We have negotiated an exclusive accommodation rate for our event guests at Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel. You can book your stay here. After selecting the correct hotel and dates (19–22 August 2025), simply enter the promotional code APELAGO under Special Rates. The search engine will then display the rooms available at our special rate.

Alternatively, you can make a reservation by emailing reservations.finland@radissonblu.com or calling +358 300 870 010. Please mention APELAGO when booking.

Another nearby accommodation option is Solo Sokos Hotel Turun Seurahuone. Online booking code: BAPELAGO and the booking dates are between 20–22 August 2025.

A’Pelago Initiative 2025 event venue is Ruissalon Telakka, Hevoskarintie 23 20100 Turku. We encourage everyone to travel by public transport to minimize environmental impact. There are several sustainable transport options to reach the event, including bus, waterbus, and river taxi.

The venue will open at 9:00 on both event days 20-21 of August. Please allow time to register for the event in the morning on all days of the event. We strongly encourage you to check the detailed schedule before the event.

Public transport

You can reach Turun Tapahtumatelakka (Hevoskarintie 23, 20100 Turku) easily from Turku city centre using public transport.​

🚍 Bus: Take bus number 8 towards Ruissalo and get off at the Ruissalonsilta stop. From there, it's about a 5-minute walk to the venue. We recommend using the Föli app to plan your route and check real-time schedules.

🛳️ Water Bus: The water bus runs from Turku city centre from Martinsilta (on the side of Itäinen Rantakatu) to Ruissalo Folk Park. Along the way, the water bus stops at Forum Marinum, Ruissalo Shipyard and Hirvensalo Pikisaari. Get off at Ruissalo Shipyard.

The journey is paid for as on the FöIi bus service: with a travel card, a debit card, a mobile ticket or cash. More info here.

🚤 River Taxi: Jokitaxi Aura 1 operates from the pier of the Hotel Marina where guests will stay overnight. There is room for 5-8 people in total, if some people travel inside the cabin. The private trip takes about 45 minutes, making a small turn in front of Ruissalo and Pikisaari. You will arrive at the event venue, where Jokitaxi Aura 1 has it's own reserved stop.

Together with Jokitaxi we offer a one-way transport for 90 € (incl. VAT 14%). The price is for the whole boat, regardless of the number of passengers. Use code APELAGO.

All cards, cash and MobilePay are accepted as means of payment. You will receive a receipt for the trip by e-mail (Zettle). Each passenger can also pay their share separately.

🚕 Taxi

Call 0200 10041 or visit www.taxidata.fi

⛵️Arrive by your own boat

The harbour is 2-3 metres deep. You can pre-book a place for your boat here. If you need more information about the port please be in contact with the Harbour Captain at the Guest Harbour: satama@ruissalontelakka.fi or by calling +358 400330413.

Coordinates of the marina: 60° 125.345′ N. 022° 12.195′ E

🚙 Arrive by car

Free 3h parking is available for all customers in the area. Please note that the gates to the area are open during restaurant opening hours and according to customer events.

🅿️ We have arranged free parking for our guests at Ruissalon Telakka from 19-21.8.

Please allow plenty of time for registration and possible accommodation check-in or check-out on both event mornings.

DAY 1

9.00-10.00 Guest Registration & Networking

10.00-10.15 Opening Show: “The Ocean Starts Here”

10.15-12.15 Keynotes & Panels on Baltic Sea’s Potential in the Blue Economy

12.15-14.00 Free Lunch at Westin Hall & Choose one parallel "How-To" session

14.10-16.20 Keynotes & Seaside Chats on Regional Blue Economy Capabilities & Hotspots

16.20 Day 1 Wrap-up

16.45-17.30 Minun Mereni ry movie: Trailer

18.00 Initiative Dinner & Bands (add-on product)

23.00 Evening program ends

DAY 2

9.00-9.30 Guest Registration & Networking

9.30-9.45 Welcome

9.45-11.40 Keynotes, Panels & Seaside Chats: Raising the Level of Blue Financing

11.40-12.00 Announcement

12.15-14.15 Free Lunch at Westin Hall & Choose one parallel "How-to" session

14.30-11.45 Founder Story

14.45 A’Pelago Pitch Challenge - Blue Economy Ventures pitching: 12 x 5min

16.15 Pitch Challenge Winner Announcement

16.30 Closing remarks

16.45 Event closes

Full event program here.

The Initiative Dinner has reached it full capacity 150 participants and is fully booked.

After Day 1, we will kick off the evening program with dinner, offering everyone the opportunity to deepen connections within the A’Pelagist Community.

The evening program is open to all who have purchased a Day 1 Archipelago Dinner ticket, including dinner, one complimentary drink and live archipelago music by three bands.

Location

We’re delighted to host our dinner at the atmospheric Westin Hall, a space rich with maritime history. Once the carving room of Åbo Båtvarf, this hall witnessed the creation of over 5,000 boat designs. With its original rustic walls, wooden floors, and large windows that frame views of the sea, Westin Hall captures the spirit of an old boatyard. The hall is named in honor of Zaké Westin, the chief designer behind the shipyard’s sculpture workshop.

Join us here for an evening of connection, coastal inspiration, and culinary delight. Still missing a Dinner-ticket? You can purchase one for 90€ +VAT here.

Dresscode?

There’s no need for formal attire, simply choose something that feels comfortable and suits the relaxed, maritime setting. Think smart-casual, layered for the coastal evening air, and ready to enjoy good food, good company, and inspiring conversations by the water.

As part of the A'Pelago Initiative 2025, Porsche on Tour arrives at Ruissalo Shipyard, offering you a chance to test drive iconic models like the Macan, Taycan, and Cayenne with professional guidance. Take the wheel and enjoy an unforgettable journey!

Test drives are limited and available by pre-booking.

Reserve your slot via the form below. If fully booked, you can still inquire on-site or by email.

Book your test ride with Porsche

How to continue learning and advancing Initiatives created during the event?

Getting inspired and learning something new is just the first step in promoting initiatives that boost the archipelago's vitality. After the event, it is up to you to turn the insights gained into actions.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to receive weekly insights into initiatives that impact the vitality of the archipelago, or let us know about the progress of your own initiatives by tagging us in posts @apelagoexperience or #APELAGO. This way, you will see quotes, blogs, actions by others, and much more that inspire action for the benefit of the archipelago's vitality all year round. Alternatively, you can apply to join the A'Pelago Accelerator program when the application period opens in the fall of 2025!

Since the event hosts a large number of people, we want to ensure the safety of everyone present. If you are sick on the event days, we recommend staying at home. If necessary, you can transfer your ticket to a new participant. Please let us know.

The emergency number in Finland is 112.

Remember to keep your ID with you throughout the event.

All guests, speakers, partners and staff at the event must behave in a dignified and respectful manner, as we want everyone to be able to participate in the event in a comfortable and safe environment. We will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, bullying or disrespectful behaviour of any kind. Violation of this policy will result in immediate exclusion from the event without refund.

Our staff is always ready to help you with anything!

The event venue, Ruissalon tapahtumatelakka in Turku, is easily accessible by various means of transportation. There are free parking spaces available, and the gates are open during restaurant hours and based on the event schedule.

If you require any special arrangements, such as accessible transportation or other support, please contact us in advance so we can ensure a smooth experience tailored to your needs.