Blue Economy

JUNE 06, 2025

MONACO

Financing Maritime Innovation
and Infrastructure for
Climate and Ocean

Mobilizing innovation and sustainable financing
for the transition of the urban port ecosystem

In the context of the United Nations Ocean Conference, Blumorpho launches the second part of Financing Maritime Innovation and Infrastructure for Climate and Ocean, in collaboration with AIVP and with the support of the prestigious Foundation Prince Albert II of Monaco.

Objectives

Accelerate the financing of the environmental transition of port cities and their ecosystems.

Enable the co-construction of bankable collaborations between port cities, financial and innovation partners.

Our approach :

a co-construction journey that key stakeholders are embarking on through our initiative

Explore each key dimension of our collaborative approach: each topic is clickable and allows you to discover how each piece fits into the journey.

Expected Results

Set up collaborations between strategic and financial partners for the development and financing of port city infrastructures that meet economic and climate challenges.
Bring this action to the international stage, notably through the UNOC and the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF), and defend a strategic vision of city-ports as drivers of sovereignty and sustainable development.

Our partners

Blumorpho provides access to co-Building Sustainable Solutions in Urban-Port Ecosystems for Climate and Ocean Impact

AIVP is a global network of cities and ports. Founded 35 years ago, AIVP brings together public and private stakeholders to work on the future of port cities worldwide.

Founded in 2006, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation is dedicated to advancing Planetary Health. As a partner of BLUMORPHO, the Foundation has already supported the first edition of Financing Maritime Innovation.

“Port cities have always been places of exchange, movement, and progress. Today, they must also be at the forefront of the ecological transition. This means rethinking infrastructures, investing in sustainable solutions, and ensuring that financial resources are directed towards effective projects. AIVP, the International Association of Port Cities and its about 200 members, has made this a priority, and it is why we are working with Blumorpho. Innovation must be a tool for action, serving climate resilience, territorial development and economic strength.”

Edouard PHILIPPE

AIVP

“Financing Maritime Innovation and Infrastructure for Climate and Ocean is a unique initiative bringing together leading investors, port cities, the maritime industry and innovators.

It focuses on concrete project financing, transforming emerging trends and innovative solutions into investable opportunities that drive sustainable impact for our oceans, coastal communities, and territorial development.”

Géraldine ANDRIEUX

President and Founder

Our scope of action

AIVP and Blumorpho have joined forces to take action on the urban-port ecosystem, including cities and their citizens, ports and their associated industries, and the maritime industry as inseparable elements of sustainable territorial development. This holistic approach integrates urban, port and industrial dynamics to strengthen innovation and accelerate the ecological and social transition, while taking into account the specific features of each territory.

June 6, 2025: A Co-Construction Day

From 9.00am to 6.00pm CEST at Yacht Club de Monaco.

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Full agenda and speakers line-up to be revealed.

2 Inspiring Panels

One-on-One Meetings

Workshops

Work with port cities and ecosystem on the challenges and objectives

January - March 2025

Mobilizing the ecosystem and interact through digital sessions

March - June 2025

Co-construction day,
June 6th in Monaco

June 2025

Ensuring the action's perenniality

June & Beyond

Who is involved?

Port Cities

Municipalities, Ports, Urban Communities

Gain access to financing tailored to their specific needs
Forge strategic collaborations to achieve sustainability targets
Showcase strong commitment and leadership in the environmental transition

Investors

Private Equity, Banks, VC, Public Institutions

Identify bankable projects with strong investment potential
Leverage and introduce specific expertise
Access market intelligence on key challenges and opportunities

Solution Providers

Corporates, Startups

Access market opportunities in the maritime and port city sectors
Unlock new funding sources
Gain market intelligence on specific use cases to strengthen their Unique Value Proposition (UVP)

Key data to deep dive into the topic

Maritime: A Hard-to-Decarbonize Industry

The IMO has set clear targets for reducing emissions from the global shipping fleet: a 20–30% reduction by 2030, a 70–80% reduction by 2040, and full carbon neutrality by 2050. Additionally, maritime decarbonization could create up to 4 million jobs, increasing the economic attractiveness of port cities.

New Regulations Create Opportunities

The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) now includes emissions from ships over 5,000 tons in EU ports, creating a financial incentive to reduce their carbon footprint. Key strategies for lowering these emissions include reducing ship speed, optimizing navigation, adopting clean propulsion technologies, using alternative fuels, and implementing comprehensive decarbonization strategies.

This transition requires structural changes across the entire ecosystem—including port cities—that must develop new industrial sectors. This also involves optimizing logistics flows and rethinking port spaces to accommodate the evolving needs of the maritime industry while enhancing biodiversity and integrating harmoniously with surrounding urban environments.

Urban-port ecosystem stakeholders can rely on recognized environmental standards, such as Green Marine International, which helps measure decarbonization efforts and reassures investors about project sustainability.

Port Cities as Drivers of the Ecological Transition

About 40% of the global population lives in coastal areas, and 12 of the world’s 15 largest cities are located in coastal zones. By 2030, the market value of marine and coastal industries is expected to reach $3 trillion per year, accounting for approximately 5% of global GDP.
To enable the sustainable transition of urban-port ecosystems, ports and cities must invest in adapted infrastructure and equipment. They serve as a critical link for deploying innovative solutions, including circular economy initiatives, clean energy development, biodiversity preservation, and the enhancement of natural heritage. By doing so, port cities can transform into innovation hubs while strengthening their resilience.

The Sustainable Finance Opportunity for the Urban Port Ecosystem

Sustainable finance presents a major opportunity for AIVP members, attracting growing interest from private investors, particularly banks. According to Crédit Agricole CIB, global sustainable bond issuances reached approximately €800 billion in 2023, with 60% classified as green bonds. In 2025, this market is expected to grow by nearly 10% compared to 2024.
Financial markets seek profitable, risk-free projects with no risk of greenwashing or bluewashing, along with access to a strong pipeline of operations. The collaboration between BLUMORPHO and AIVP aims to meet these expectations by leveraging AIVP’s unique network and BLUMORPHO’s expertise in innovation and financing.

Financing Maritime Innovation: Our Experts Insights

Monaco has had its own fleet of Merchant ships and naval vessels dating back to the 12th century. […] The Chamber of Shipping alone has over 40 member companies that are managing over a thousand ships, from tankers, bulkers, cruise vessels to cable layers. In total there are over 200 maritime companies with over 600 people employed with close to €1B year in turnover. The topic of Financing of Maritime Innovation is of interest to the Chamber of shipping and to the shipping community in general is evident, we must comply with the new European Carbon Tax legislation, but also banks will not finance operations without a clear environmental strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Gatherings like this one are a great platform to meet and learn from one another.

Sébastien Knecht de MassyPresident, Monaco Chamber of Shipping

There's no longer any choice: the ocean is under attack, poisoned and sick, and needs to be better understood if it is to be protected and then cured. Otherwise, humanity is doomed... Sentinels like SeaOrbiter are no longer a possibility, they are a necessity

Francis VallatFounding and Honorary President, French Maritime Cluster

Blumorpho is committed to accelerate innovation for positive impact while reinforcing access to partners and investors. Maritime is a key field of action for Blumorpho since it is facing a major challenge for its decarbonization. It is a complex equation to solve with the needs for alternative fuels, optimization of practices and also efficient innovation in carbon sequestration, storage and use. At Blumorpho and The Hive Climate AI we are convinced that attractive collaboration and investment opportunities will emerge to reach net zero by 2050. We are quite happy that top notch players of the maritime industry joined us to work with us on this major challenge to operate successful collaborations and investment.

Geraldine AndrieuxPresident of Blumorpho and MD of The Hive Climate AI

"What’s next to invest in maritime ?" will be the central point to address the industry’s transformation through innovation and investors led initiatives.

This will be done through high-level interactions to engage stakeholders towards future collaboration, focusing on actions and finance of the maritime’s evolution.

Maritime is at the heart of environmental challenges.
It is a Political, Geostrategic and Economic Cornerstone.
This industry is facing new regulations and adaptations.

90%

of traded goods are carried over ocean shipping. The demand for shipping will rise by 40% by 2050.

$195B

The global shipbuilding market is
expected to increase to over $195 billion in size by 2030

800M

In total, shipping was responsible for 800 million tons of CO2 emissions in 2021.

Navigation

Materials

Maritime Fuels

Energy

Finance

A Dynamic Co-Creation Process to Accelerate the Flow of Capital Towards Decarbonization Solutions

Preparation in Co-Creation Process

Monaco

Follow-Up

Get to know key players through digital sessions

Discussion
Networking
Workshops

Synthesis Opportunities Introduction

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Contact

Marine HAMELIN

Innovation Ecosystem Project Manager

Financing Maritime Innovation and Infrastructure for Climate and Ocean will be held at the Monaco Yacht Club, on June 6 2025. The address is: Quai Louis II, 98000, Monaco. You may see it on the plan below. All players will be able to access exclusive conferences, interactive workshops, and high-level networking.