Welcome Message

The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union is pleased to invite you and your delegation to participate in the Conference on “Riding the Wave: Advancing the EU Ocean Pact through Science, Innovation and Cooperation” that will take place in Ammochostos, Cyprus on 11 and 12 May 2026.

The conference will bring together representatives from EU institutions, Member States, research organisations, industry, and innovation platforms to explore how ocean science and maritime innovation can more effectively inform European policy, competitiveness, and sustainability.

We look forward to welcoming you to Cyprus in May for an inspiring conference.