The second Blue Bastion call will be launched on 28 August and will remain open until 1 October. This call is open to Research and Demonstrator projects.
The Blue Bastion calls provide a framework for collaborative innovation aimed at protecting critical maritime infrastructure. The programme is a joint initiative of the Royal Higher Institute for Defence (RHID) and Blue Cluster and includes several funding instruments, including research, demonstration and operational innovation projects, each with its own approach and timeline.
All projects must align with the Maritime Security Strategic Roadmap, which defines the thematic focus areas, capability priorities and development pathways for the ecosystem. Together, the different instruments form a coherent portfolio that supports innovation from applied research through to near-operational deployment, while ensuring continuity and long-term impact across the maritime security ecosystem.
More detailed information on submitting your project proposal will be available soon. The call documents and practical guidelines will be published on this page shortly after the launch of the second Blue Bastion call.
Do you have questions about the call or would you like to discuss whether your project idea fits within Blue Bastion? We are happy to support you in further developing your idea, identifying partners and selecting the most suitable funding instrument. Please contact Daniël Du Seuil.
