WIN-BIG Atlantic Event
Empowering Women in the Atlantic Blue Economy: Innovation, Skills and Connections
25-26 March 2026 | Málaga, Spain
If you can't attend the event in person, you can follow the conference (25th March, 9:45–13:35) via live streaming (details coming soon).
Discover how female leadership is shaping the future of Europe’s Blue Economy. Join
us for two inspiring days at La Térmica featuring conferences, panels, exhibitions, hands-on Learning Labs, networking,
cultural experiences, and the premiere of the documentary Women From the Sea – WIN-BIG Episode. Don’t miss this
unique opportunity to connect, learn, and drive innovation across marine energy, aquaculture, blue biotechnology,
coastal tourism, and blue sports.
Following the Mediterranean and Baltic events, the WIN-BIG Atlantic event will celebrate women’s contributions to
ocean sectors, highlight inspiring stories, and offer practical tools to support blue careers. Researchers,
entrepreneurs, professionals, students, policymakers, and organisations working in marine and maritime fields are warmly
invited.
Register now!
Programme Overview
Download the full programme in English and Spanish
Day 1: Conference Day - 25 March 2026, 9:15–17:00 (CET)
Venue: La Térmica, Málaga
| 9:15 - 9:30 | Registration |
| 9:30 - 10:00 |
Institutional Welcome |
| 10:00 - 10:20 | "Women Ocean Champions" WIN-BIG book launch |
| 10:20 - 10:35 |
Keynote speech Sarah Almagro Vallejo "Breaking Limits: The Surfer’s Mindset" |
| 10:35 - 11:25 |
Panel 1 Women Driving the Blue Economy: the WIN BIG project
Moderator: Laurance Martin, Secretary General, Federazione del Mare |
| 11:25 - 11:55 |
WIN-BIG Women Ocean Champions Exhibition Opening |
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11:55 - 12:45 |
Panel 2 Telling the Sea: Marine communication in the digital era
Moderator: Verania Medina, Commercial and Marketing Director at Costasol Cruises |
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12:45 - 13:35 |
Panel 3 Sport, Tourism, and Nature: a way to Experience the Sea
Moderator: Irene Bruzón, Director, Benalmadena Marina (Málaga) |
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13:35 - 15:35 |
The Taste of the Sea: Show Cooking with Diego Gallegos, Michelin-starred Chef Lunch and Networking The lunch will consist of sea agri-food products from the Malaga province, "Sabor a Malaga" (taste of Malaga), and paella, a typical dish of the host country. Catering will include local seafood innovation products from women-led local startups. |
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15:35- 16:25 |
Panel 4 Synergies for a Competitive Blue Economy
Moderator: Elizabeth Chapman, Director of international projects, CMMA |
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16:25 - 17:00 |
Closure of the conference |
DAY 2: Learning & Networking Day - 26 March 2026, 10:15–18:30 (CET)
Venue: La Térmica, Málaga
| 10:15 - 10:30 | Registration | |
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10:30 - 12:30 |
Learning Lab 1: How to start a business in the Blue Economy
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12:30 - 13:30 |
Lunch and Networking |
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13:30 - 15:30 |
Learning Lab 2: Blue Bio-Based Circular Economy Learning Lab + Social activity
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15:30 - 16:00 |
Coffee Break |
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16:00 - 17:30 |
Exclusive Premiere of WOMEN FROM THE SEA Documentary - EU Episode | |
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17:30 - 18:30 |
Event Closing |
Who should attend
This event is open to anyone interested in gender equality and careers in the Blue Economy, including:
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Researchers and students
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Entrepreneurs and innovators
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Professionals from the marine and maritime sectors
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Policymakers and public authorities
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NGOs, networks, and community organisations
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Allies and advocates for gender equality
Whether you are just starting out or already established, you’ll find opportunities to learn, connect, and share.
Registration Details
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Registration is free but required
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Spaces for the Learning Labs are limited. Early registration is highly recommended
Save your spot and be part of the movement to create a more inclusive Atlantic Blue Economy!
