AquaBioTech Group

11th IEEE Tunisian Students & Young Professionals Congress
2023-12-18 - 2023-12-20 | (Yasmine Hammamet, Tunisia)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the 11th IEEE Tunisian Students & Young Professionals Congress.
The Tunisian Students and Young Professionals (TSYP) Congress is an annual gathering of IEEE members in Tunisia. Organized by IEEE ESSTHS Student Branch and IEEE Tunisia Section, the 11th edition provides a unique opportunity to delve into current and future challenges in science and engineering, connect with the national and international IEEE network, and share experiences, under the theme Silicon Valley.
Save the dates
📆 18th – 20th December 2023
📍Medina Congress Centre, Yasmine Hammamet, Tunisia
More information on the congress
Representing us, AquaBioTech Group R&D&I Project Coordinator | EU BlueMed Ambassador in Tunisia | ECOP North Africa – Mediterranean Sub-regional Node coordinator | Ines Boujmil
➡️ If you would like to get in touch with our representative inb@aquabt.com

Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership Symposium
2024-02-13 - 2024-02-14 | (Brussels, Belgium)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership Symposium happening in Brussels, Belgium.
“Charting the course towards a Sustainable Blue Economy” Symposium
The first Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership Symposium taking place on 13-14 February 2024 at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium will bring together thought leaders, experts, and practitioners in a big-scale European event to promote the transformation towards a sustainable blue economy.
The Symposium will synthesise the objectives of the projects funded in the 1st Joint Transnational Call and present the priorities for the second call. It will provide an opportunity to learn from leading panelists drawn from science, policy, and business, to gain new insights, and expand the network.
Save the dates:
📆 13th – 14th February 2024
📍 Brussels, Belgium
🔦 More information on the event
Attending the event our Business Development Director George D.Mantas. If you’d like to meet with him please get in touch on gdm@aquabt.com

2nd UfM Stakeholder Conference on Sustainable Blue Economy
2024-02-19 - 2024-02-20 | (Athens, Greece)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the 2nd UfM Stakeholder Conference on Sustainable Blue Economy happening in Athens, Greece.
Three years since the adoption of the landmark 2021 UfM Ministerial Declaration on Sustainable Blue Economy (SBE) and its Roadmap for implementation adopted in 2022, the Conference will aim at bringing together a diverse representation of the rich and dynamic stakeholders that make up the Mediterranean SBE community, as key drivers of concrete actions and scalable solutions across the region.
The Conference will serve as a key milestone to take stock of progress achieved, discuss joint challenges and transformative tools, and engage the whole Mediterranean SBE Community in setting the path towards further deliberations at political level.
Save the dates:
📆 19th – 20th February 2024
📍 Athens, Greece
🔦 More information on the event
Attending the event our Head of IP Development and Commercialisation Sian Ringrose. If you’d like to meet with him please get in touch on sir@aquabt.com

European Ocean Days
2024-03-06 - 2024-03-08 | (Brussels, Belgium)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the European Ocean Days happening in Brussels, Belgium.
Join our R&D&I project Coordinator Inés Boujmil – inb@aquabt.com in Brussels, Belgium for a week of events related to European maritime topics.
Save the dates:
🌊 Where next for Europe’s Seas | 📆 6 March 2024, 08:00 – 17:30 (CET)
🐟 BlueInvest Day 2024 | 📆 7 March 2024, 09:00 – 18:00 (CET)
🥽 Ocean Literacy in action | 📆 8 March 2024, 09:00 – 17:00 (CET)
🔦 The European Union is having multiple events organised from the 4th – 8th March 2024.

“Where next for Europe’s Seas” – What, in this wider, evolving future landscape, might be the pathways for Europe’s Seas, with a perspective to 2050?
With this perspective to the future, as well as the establishment of a new Commission College in 2024, this event aims to contribute to reflections on what future priorities might be for Europe’s Seas. Such a reflection should not only consider policy needs, but also the wider global, economic, technological and social transformations that are occurring within Europe and beyond. The specific feature of this event is that discussions would aim to address and bring together, as a whole, the broad range of stakeholders involved in all relevant EU and international policy initiatives relating to Europe’s seas and maritime activities.
4 EU Projects Posters will be displayed at the event: BCTHubs, Profius , FishEUTrust and Pronicare

European Research and Innovation Days (R&I Days) 2024
2024-03-20 - 2024-03-21 | (Brussels, Belgium)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the European Research and Innovation Days (R&I Days) 2024 happening in Brussels, Belgium.
The European Commission’s annual flagship research and innovation event brings together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and the public to debate and shape the future of research and innovation in Europe and beyond.
This fifth edition of the event will take place on 20 and 21 March 2024 both physically in Brussels and online, allowing everyone to get involved from anywhere.
The R&I Days 2024 will give you the opportunity to debate how we can make Europe more sustainable and competitive and will celebrate the outcomes and achievements in research and innovation since the launch of the first R&I Framework Programme over 40 years ago.
It’s your chance to discover successful EU-funded research and innovation projects, experience their impact on our society and debate the importance of continued investment in research and innovation. You can find out more on Horizon Europe, including the Strategic Plan 2025 – 2027 and its Widening Instrument; R&I support to Green and Digital transition; its Global Approach; and many other topics.
Attending the event our Business Development Director George D. Mantas. If you’d like to meet with him please get in touch on gdm@aquabt.com
More information about the programme, the sessions and the speakers will be available soon.

2024 Ocean Decade Conference
2024-04-10 - 2024-04-12 | (Barcelona, Spain)
We are please to announce that we will be attending the 2024 Ocean Decade Conference happening in Barcelona, Spain.
The ocean is not only the cradle of life, it holds the keys to an equitable and sustainable future.
This year is the 4th edition of the UN Decade Ocean Science for Sustainability Development (2021-2030). Focused on ‘delivering the science we need for the ocean we want’, the 2024 Ocean Decade Conference, which will be hosted by the Government of Spain in Barcelona from 10 – 12 April 2024, will bring together the global Ocean Decade community and partners to celebrate and take stock of progress, and set joint priorities for the future. It will be the highlight of an entire Ocean Decade Week taking place on 8 – 12 April 2024 throughout the city.
The event will cover the full range of Ocean Decade Challenges including critical issues such as climate change, food security, sustainable management of biodiversity, sustainable ocean economy, pollution, and natural hazards. Key questions that will be discussed during these three days related to the Ocean Decade:

What have been the main achievements since the launch of the Ocean Decade?
What should be the key areas for action over the next three to five years?

Save the dates:
📆 10th – 12th April 2024
📍 Barcelona, Spain
🔦 More information on the event
Representing us our Project Assistant Stela Karovic | ska@aquabt.com

Global Seafood Expo
2024-04-23 - 2024-04-25 | (Barcelona, Spain)
We are please to announce that we will be attending the Global Seafood Expo happening in Barcelona, Spain.
Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global is the global seafood marketplace, serving industry professionals and buyers from all corners of the supply chain and world. If you purchase seafood for your business, you simply cannot afford to miss this event. The 2024 conference program will feature more than 20 educational sessions, presented by top seafood industry experts. Attendees will take away informative, engaging and practical information covering the most important and timely issues relevant to today’s seafood business environment.
Save the dates:
📆 23th – 25th April 2024
📍 Barcelona, Spain
🔦 More information on the event
Attending the event our Business Development Director George D.Mantas | gdm@aquabt.com

U.S. Grains Council - International Aquaculture Conference
2024-04-26 | (Barcelona, Spain)
We are pleased to announce that we were invited to join the U.S. Grains Council – International Aquaculture Conference happening in Barcelona, Spain.
Once again the Global aquaculture industry professionals will come together in Barcelona for the U.S. Grains Council’s International Aquaculture Conference on the 26th April 2024. The conference will cover topics including the nutrition and best practices of various aquaculture species; aquafeed ingredient properties; biosecurity; pellet quality and extrusion technologies.
Representing us our Business Development Director George D. Mantas. If you’d like to meet with him please get in touch on gdm@aquabt.com

SETAC Europe 34th Annual Meeting
2024-05-05 - 2024-05-09 | (Seville, Spain)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending SETAC 2024, happening in Seville, Spain.
The Scientific Committee for the SETAC Europe 34th Annual Meeting is committed to putting together a not-to-be-missed conference with an exciting scientific programme addressing the overarching theme of “Science-Based Solutions in Times of Crisis: Integrating Science and Policy for Environmental Challenges.”
SETAC Europe 2024 will bring together scientists from various disciplines in academia, business/industry and government to share, debate, discuss, disseminate and facilitate the use and re-use of their most recent scientific knowledge to support adaptive and responsive environmental management and protection.
The breadth of topics that SETAC Europe 2024 will address includes:

The environmental fate and effects of emerging and existing pollutants and their mixtures, at cellular, organism, community, population and ecosystem levels;
The development of solutions to reduce, replace and regulate the use of known pollutants;
Strategies and methods to mitigate and remediate contaminated soil, air and water;
Innovations to foster more sustainable practices in agriculture, waste treatment, resource management and more; and
Life cycle thinking approaches including supply chain data collection, impact assessment modelling and footprinting methodologies.

Save the dates:
📆 05th – 09th May 2024
📍 Seville, Spain
🔦 More information on the event

Attending the event two of SETAC Members

EU Projects Coordinator & Molecular Biologist, Dr. Marina Maritati | mrm@aquabt.com
Head of Aquatic Ecotoxicology & Principal Aquaculture Consultant, Dr. Adrian Love | acl@aquabt.com

Science in the Citadel
2024-05-12 | (Gozo, Malta)
We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting, at the Science in the Citadel, happening in Gozo Malta.
The forth edition of Science in the Citadel is a one-day Science extravaganza, taking place within the historic walls of the atmospheric Cittadella in Victoria. The aim of the event will be to provide a fun and stimulating experience for visitors of all ages in order to get people talking about science, engaging with the many strands and appreciating the breadth of research, creativity and innovation taking place on the Maltese islands.
Although it is modelled on the annual Science in the City, held in Valletta every September, this day will be firmly Gozitan in flavour, with displays relevant to our lives here, including items on the island’s biodiversity, geology, agriculture, seas and skies as well as items highlighting the science and engineering inherent in the Citadel itself and its museums. Our interactive Science Trail will take you around most of the features and spectacular vistas of the fortress effortlessly blending the past with the leading edge science and technology of the future, demonstrating how Science is, and always has been, relevant to our daily lives.
Save the date:
📆 12th May 2024
📍 Gozo, Malta
On the agenda, we will be showcasing some of our ongoing RDI projects.

BIORAS-SHRIMP – Improvement and innovation of a Bio-secure Recirculating Aquaculture System for SHRIMP and additional biomass circular production. Read More
BCThubs – Blue Culture Technology Excellence Hubs in EU Widening Member States. Read More
SMARTPOL – Autonomous network system with specialised and integrated multi-sensor technology for dynamic monitoring of marine pollution. Read More
Profius – Addressing challenges in the supply chain related to lumpfish (roe and fish), tuna and herring side-streams by developing preservation solutions for maintaining quality and improving utilization of biomass. Read More
FishEUTrust – European integration of new technologies and social-economic solutions for increasing consumer trust and engagement in seafood products. ABT will be a living lab for the Mediterranean, testing technologies as a knowledge centre. Read More

➡️ More information on the event here
We hope to see you!

Aquaculture UK 2024
2024-05-14 - 2024-05-15 | (Aviemore, Scotland), BN1 4RB, United Kingdom
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending Aquaculture UK 2024 edition, happening in Aviemore, Scotland.
Aquaculture UK is the UK’s largest meeting place for aquaculture professionals. Through this event you will meet up with revolutionising companies in the aquaculture industry. Discover over 200+ innovative solutions to increase profit and productivity of your operations. Deepen your knowledge and take away practical advice from aquaculture masterminds. And reconnect with thousands of like-minded professionals who want to drive the industry forward.
Save the dates:
📆 14th – 15th May 2024
📍 Aviemore, Scotland
🔦 More information on the event
Attending the event

Chief Executive Officer Shane A. Hunter | sah@aquabt.com
Principal Aquaculture Consultant Rob J. Davis | rjd@aquabt.com

Blue Food Innovation Summit 2024
2024-05-21 - 2024-05-22 | (London, United Kingdom)
We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at Blue Food Innovation Summit 2024, happening in London.
The Blue Food Innovation Summit returns to London to delve deeper into the fast-developing landscape of aquaculture and ocean health. With our food system increasingly under stress from conflict and climate change, the summit aims to put blue food, sustainable aquaculture, and restorative ocean practices at the heart of the global conversation.
On May 21-22, 2024 the third edition of the summit will bring together ground-breaking companies from around the globe to discuss forward-thinking approaches to aquatic food production, including sustainable aquafeed, seaweed, fish health and welfare, and digital platforms for smallholder farmers.
By showcasing disruptive technologies, and exploring case studies of innovation in action, the focus will be on overcoming bottlenecks to growth and promoting greater partnership and collaboration to protect and restore the ocean ecosystem. From producers, feed suppliers and health providers to retailers, investors and innovators, the summit provides stakeholders from across the value chain with a vital platform for knowledge exchange and networking through interactive panels, breakout discussions, and quality 1-1 meetings.
Save the dates:
📆 21st – 22nd May 2024
📍 London, UK
🔦 More information on the event
Attending the event

Chief Executive Officer Shane A.Hunter | sah@aquabt.com
Business Development Director George D.Mantas | gdm@aquabt.com

Thalassa 2024 - Marine Science Conference
2024-05-28 - 2024-05-29 | (Larnaca, Cyprus)
We are pleased to announce that AquaBioTech was invited to join the Thalassa 2024 Conference happening in Larnaca, Cyprus.
Following the success of the first THALASSA 2022 Conference, the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI) is proud to organise the second regional conference: THALASSA 2024 – Marine Sciences Conference which will take place between May 28th and 29th in Larnaca, Cyprus.
THALASSA 2024 provides a platform for knowledge exchange by bringing together marine experts and stakeholders from academic and research institutes, the industry, NGOs, and the public sector who will share their findings, innovations, and state-of-the-art developments on topics related to:

Marine & Coastal Ecosystems (Ecology, Biology, Biodiversity, Threats, Pressures, Conservation, Restoration, Fisheries, Marine Protected Areas, Management)
Marine Biotechnology & Aquaculture (Bioremediation, Integrated multitrophic Aquaculture, Diversification of Aquaculture, Biotechnology, Novel Techniques for Marine Monitoring)
Oceanography (Ocean Data Management Systems, Marine Remote Sensing, MedOcean technology, Applications, Tools, and Technological Solutions)
Marine Cultural Heritage (Integrated approaches in research and management of maritime cultural heritage sites)
Marine and Coastal Governance (Marine and coastal governance, marine spatial planning, integrated coastal zone management, participatory mechanisms in governance)

Participating as a Keynote Speaker during the Session 2 on Marine Biotechnology & Aquaculture, our Business Development Director George D. Mantas will elaborate on his experience within the field of Biotechnology.
More details on the Agenda will be available soon.
If you’d like to meet with him please get in touch on gdm@aquabt.com

European Maritime Day 2024
2024-05-30 - 2024-05-31 | (Svendborg, Denmark)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the European Maritime Day 2024, happening in Svendborg, Denmark.
The European Maritime Day (EMD) is the annual two-day event during which Europe’s maritime community meet to network, discuss and outline joint action on maritime affairs and sustainable blue economy. It provides an engaging and completely interactive experience to catch up on the current state of play on a broad range of issues concerning the blue economy and the marine environment and to discuss ways of moving forward. It features a large number of inspirational speakers, thematic sessions, stakeholder workshops and pitch sessions organised by stakeholders and the European Commission. The EMD targets professionals from businesses, governments, public institutions, NGOs and academia as well as EU citizens interested in the sea.
Save the dates:
📆 30th – 31st May 2024
📍 Svendborg, Denmark
🔦 More information on the event
Come and meet with our representative attending the event.
Ines Boujmil | RDI Project Coordinator | inb@aquabt.com

BEING-SEA EU
2024-06-10 - 2024-06-12 | (Malta)
We are pleased to announce that we will be attending the “BEING SEA EU” happening in Malta.
Organised by the SEA-EU Alliance, the first edition of the international, multidisciplinary scientific conference ‘BEING SEA-EU’ is an opportunity to present the results of research pertaining to different disciplines and fields and also to meet researchers from all over Europe working on similar thematic streams.
Thematic streams: More details

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and Medical/Health Sciences
Arts, humanities, and social sciences (economics, sociology, anthropology, etc.)
Migration and human rights
Interdisciplinary

Save the dates:
📆 10th – 12th June 2024
📍 University of Malta, Valletta Campus
✍ Abstract submission deadline: 23 February 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Central European Time (CET)

Attending the event our R&D&I Project Coordinators Dr. Simona Paolacci | sip@aquabt.com and Ines Boujmil | inb@aquabt.com

Aqua 2024
2024-08-26 - 2024-08-30 | (Copenhagen, Denmark)
We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at AQUA 2024, happening in Copenhagen Denmark.
AQUA 2024 will take place from August 26-30. It will comprise a scientific conference, trade exhibition, industry forums, workshops, student events and receptions. The event will highlight the latest aquaculture research and innovation to underpin continued growth of this exciting food production sector. It will be a showcase for Denmark, and its innovation leadership in several key technologies crucial for future aquaculture, but also a meeting and exchange platform for experts from around the world.
Save the dates:
📆 26th – 30th August 2024
📍 Copenhagen, Denmark
🔦 More information on the event

Science in the City
2024-09-27 - 2024-09-28 | (Valletta, Malta)
We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting, at Science in the City, happening in Valletta, Malta.
The Science in the City (SitC) Festival has been building bridges between researchers, artists and the community for over ten years, organising a magical night in Valletta. On the 27th and 28th of September 2024, Valletta will be transformed into a vibrant, cultural hub of creativity, brimming with the highly innovative, science-inspired, artistic and interactive activities that this unique festival offers. Malta’s SitC forms part of European Researchers Night (ERN): a celebration of science and research in over 350 cities across Europe.
2024 Theme
‘J.E.D.I’ which stands for ‘Justice, Diversity, Inclusion and Equity’, is a continuation of the core theme the festival has upheld for the last few years. This concept aims to engage citizens on an emotional level, empower them with the knowledge and skills necessary to take action via informed, learned decisions, combat corruption and fight the detrimental environmental and societal effects it is having on Malta and Gozo, all designed to maximise the societal impact of research and the uptake of R&I in society.
Save the date:
📆 27th – 28th September 2024
📍 Valletta, Malta
On the agenda, we will be showcasing some of our ongoing RDI projects.
Profius , FishEUTrust , ProNiCare , SMARTPOL , BIORAS_SHRIMP , EU Fish
➡️ More information on the event!

AGRAME 2024
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-08 | (Dubai, UAE)
We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at AGRAME 2024 happening in Dubai, Middle East.
AgraMe is an international trade expo focused on the world of crop farming, animal farming, aquaculture, and animal health. Taking place in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE, this event will be a platform for exhibitors to network with industry professionals, discover new trends, and explore the latest innovations in the agricultural and animal health sectors. Attendees will have the chance to meet with experts and learn about the latest advances in the field. With a variety of activities and presentations, the event will be a great way to stay up to date with the latest developments in the industry.
This event is a great opportunity for exhibitors to make connections, build relationships, and expand their reach in the agricultural and animal health sectors.
Save the dates:
📆 07th – 08th October 2024
📍 Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
🔦 More information on the event
