Learn4Sea Project

🌊 Strengthening Cooperation for Black Sea Innovation and Learning

Representatives of the LEARN4SEA project (🔗 https://learn4sea.eu/index.php/learn4sea) actively participated in the ANEMONE PLUS (BSB00949) – Phase 1 Stakeholder Co-Design Workshop, held on April 22, 2026, in Constanța, Romania.
The event, organized under the Interreg NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme 2021–2027, brought together key stakeholders from governance, research, business, and civil society to contribute to the co-design of a WebGIS platform aimed at assessing the vulnerability of the Black Sea marine ecosystem to anthropogenic pressures.

💡 During the session dedicated to Interreg projects on the Romanian Black Sea coast, LEARN4SEA representatives showcased the project’s innovative approach to maritime education and capacity building.

🚀 A highlight of the participation was the hands-on demonstration of immersive learning materials developed in Virtual Reality (VR) by CERONAV experts. Participants had the opportunity to directly test these training modules using VR headsets acquired through the project, experiencing first-hand how digital technologies can enhance skills development in the blue economy sector.

🤝 The workshop provided a valuable platform for:
exchanging knowledge and best practices across Interreg initiatives
fostering synergies between projects addressing environmental protection and maritime training
engaging stakeholders in participatory, co-creation processes
LEARN4SEA (BSB00008) continues to promote innovative, digital, and practice-oriented learning solutions, contributing to a more resilient and sustainable Black Sea region.

2nd National Workshop in Varna highlights the role of synergy between technological innovations and environmental responsibility

On 24 February 2026, the Black Sea – Danube Association for Research and Development (BDCA) hosted the 2nd National Workshop meeting under project.

🤝The meeting brought together representatives of local and regional authorities, research institutions, educational organizations, the private sector and civil society. Among the participants were senior experts from the Regional Administration of Varna, the Vice Mayor of Shabla, representatives of Maritime Cluster Bulgaria, Technical University of Varna, Institute of Fish Resources, Regional Agency for Entrepreneurship and Innovations – Varna, two high schools, and others.

🍃 At the heart of the discussions was a shared understanding that protecting the Black Sea region requires not only policies and infrastructure, but informed and responsible communities.

Participants discussed practical approaches to environmental protection through behavioral change, education, innovation, and active civic engagement. An inspiring contribution came from the Secondary School “Kapitan Petko Voyvoda” (part of the international Eco-Schools Programme under the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), as well as from Varna Maritime High School, proving once again that the school nurtures environmental responsibility from an early age.

🌊An immersive virtual reality (VR) environment was also demonstrated, showcasing innovative educational applications capable of deepening environmental understanding and sparking greater interest among young people.

✅The workshop concluded with a round table discussion and recommendations aimed at strengthening the role of local stakeholders’ cooperation for long-term cooperation and safeguarding the Black Sea for future generations.

Project co-funded by the Interreg NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme
Project partners

🌊 On December 11th, CERONAV welcomed curious and enthusiastic secondary school students from Constanța County for an interactive informal training! 💬📚

Their energy and commitment give us hope that a cleaner, greener future is within reach. 🌱

Together, we’re making waves against pollution in the Black Sea region! 💙♻️