Member interview: BLUMORPHO a key player in innovation

Can you briefly tell our international network’s members about your organisation? BLUMORPHO is committed to channelling disruptive innovation as a means of driving the major transitions our societies are currently experiencing. We build bridges between the owners of innovative solutions and decision-makers faced with strategic challenges, while factoring in the critical aspects of financing and investment. Our role is to identify and support top-class innovations and coordinate effective collaborations between startups, industrial firms, investors, and institutional stakeholders. We are active in key sectors including healthcare, industry, and the blue economy, working to pave the way for solutions with a measurable, sustainable impact. Ours is a holistic approach that encompasses everything from technology, disruptive business models, and environmental issues, to promote strategic, on-point investments. One of the issues you are focused on is the blue economy. What actions are you taking in that area? We began our work on the blue economy a few years ago by concentrating on recreational sailing, with a focus on luxury yachting and marinas. With its high capacity for innovation and financing, the industry has the capability to take a leadership position. From there, we looked to expand our approach to include the wider maritime transport sector, still incorporating the focus on tourism but covering the cruise industry also. We are now convinced of the…