Baltic Sea regions leading annual Blue economy forum
The A'Pelago Initiative is a Blue Economy event based in Finland, designed for people who wants to meet, learn and collaborate with founders, experts and investors who are taking initiative to reclaim the sea in the Blue economy field.
Since our 1st event in 2023, more than 840 founders, researchers, experts and investors have brought insights, initiated collaboration and exchanged ideas to reclaim the seas.
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By joining the event, you are joining the Ecosystem
By joining A'Pelago Initiative as a 2-Day visitor, you gain an A'Pelago Ecosystem membership
When you purchase a 2-day pass to A'Pelago Initiative 2026, you automatically receive an A’Pelago Ecosystem membership, connecting you with a dynamic network of innovators, investors, and organizations shaping the future of the blue economy.
Today, the A'Pelago Ecosystem consists of over 500 organizations and 2,000 individuals, bringing together blue economy startups, investors, research and innovation partners, local communities, and industry leaders. As a member, you gain access to Blue Connect, our collaboration platform for the latest ecosystem news, opportunities, and networking.
The ecosystem is designed for those who want to lead innovation, drive change, and actively contribute to a blue economy. More information about ecosystem memberships here.
Why we get together by the sea
Create New Initiatives Through Collaboration
In an increasingly polarized world, we see that gathering diverse viewpoints in the same space is more important than ever. Creating blue economy initiatives with a positive impact for the future requires interaction that embraces the power of collaboration and inclusion.
We believe that a shared vision and values have what it takes to create fresh narratives for a better future. That's why A’Pelago Initiative is a forum for acceptance, trust, sharing brave ideas, and creating new initiatives.
The Think Tank to Action Approach
Vibrant discussions are at the heart of A’Pelago Initiative. The dynamic approach of the events aims to encourage intersectional collaboration and generate co-created initiatives.
The selection of participants is a vital factor that shapes the success of the Initiative. Diverse backgrounds and expertise contribute to increased awareness and knowledge of the event topics, challenging assumptions of the present and nurturing future opportunities.
The Ecosystem
The A’Pelago ecosystem is formed by a group of action-driven change-makers, entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, specialists and policymakers, each with a unique connection and ability to create a positive impact on the sea and ocean regions.
The Initiative events have brought together a diverse group of exceptional experts with the Sea Regions in their hearts. The ecosystem is fully committed to delivering results in restoring the seas.
A'Pelago Experience
Are you ready to experience the upcoming A’Pelago Initiative in the door of one of the world's largest archipelago areas?
Ruissalon Telakka is situated in the door of the Finnish Archipelago and is a venue known for its unique location, accessible by sea from Stockholm, Åland, Parainen and Kemiönsaari. Ruissalon Telakka offers good local food, many activities, historic stories of Finland's contribution to life at sea. It is also easy to travel to Ruissalon Telakka by public transport or car from Turku or Helsinki.
Our Venue 2026
Announced soon, Turku, Finland
A'Pelago Initiative partners 2026
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