MIWEBIT was selected and honored to participate in the Spain Living Lab held in Málaga on 22–23 May 2025, under the theme “Digital and Social Blue Economy: Sustainable Transition and Innovation Opportunities.” The event, hosted as part of the BLUEDOTS initiative, brought together leading innovators, cooperatives, SMEs, and institutions committed to driving sustainability, digital transformation, and inclusive business practices within the Blue Economy sector.
MIWEBIT’s Role & Strategic Fit
As an organization focused on innovation, digital learning, and maritime sustainability, MIWEBIT was invited as a prospective partner to engage in discussions and knowledge exchange that align directly with our mission. Our participation served to:
- Strengthen our capacity for EU-funded project collaboration
- Expand our network in the Blue Economy and sustainability ecosystem
- Showcase our readiness to contribute to transformative, impact-driven initiatives at European level
Highlights from the Event
Knowledge Exchange
The two-day event featured high-level panels and discussions on:
- Digital innovation in fisheries, aquaculture, and marine biotechnology
- Best practices in marine sustainability and responsible tourism
- Integrating blockchain technologies for traceable seafood supply chains
This aligned closely with MIWEBIT’s commitment to leveraging digital tools for social and environmental impact.
Partnership Building
MIWEBIT engaged in structured co-creation sessions “speed dating” designed to connect stakeholders across sectors. These exchanges led to new conversations with cooperatives, innovation hubs, and sustainability-focused SMEs, paving the way for future partnerships and proposal development.
Practical Insights
As part of the field activities, participants visited La Noria, an aquaponics innovation center demonstrating sustainable agriculture from marine environments. A boat tour to Fuengirola further highlighted community-based coastal tourism practices reinforcing the event’s message of inclusive, environmentally conscious development.
Alignment with EU Vision
MIWEBIT’s presence at the Spain Living Lab underpins our strategy to engage in:
- Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe projects related to green and digital transitions
- Capacity-building and non-formal education models for maritime communities
- Building a bridge between technological innovation and social inclusion
The event experience contributes directly to our internal development under the “Partnership” pillar of our activity framework and enhances our positioning as a competent and mission-aligned project partner in European collaborations.
