World Class Cluster
The course towards these goals will be steered by a World-Class Cluster in partnership for the goals
Goal Statement
An organized cluster of competitive companies and partners will continuously drive sustainable economic development for the maritime industry
Pathway: Cluster Coordination
A formal Cluster Organization will drive the implementation of the WA Maritime Blue strategy & collaboration to ensure a strong maritime industry founded on competitive maritime companies and an attractive business environment.
Blue Focus
Blue Forums
Blue Forward
A marketing campaign, in conjunction with partner organizations, to support profitability, visibility, and opportunities across the Blue Economy, including market research and studies.
Networking and strengthening of the knowledge base: Host workshops, provide market data, cooperation with authorities, and develop new technology and knowledge, across member expertise.
Platform for collaborative R&D projects, Joint Industry Projects (JIP), and teaming for grant opportunities. Drive to commercialization.
Blue Force
Blue Finance
Enable the workforce of the future through coordination, funding, and public forums. Fostering internships & apprenticeships. Mentor-mentee relationships and hands-on learning for K-12.
Conduit for public and private funding opportunities supports the development of a privately capitalized fund for innovation.
Demonstration Project: Cluster Alliance
An independent WA Maritime Blue Cluster organization is launching and will be charged with the implementation of the strategy through an alliance of maritime businesses, public entities, community organizations, and research and training institutions that are ready to proactively accelerate innovation and growth.