On October 2, 2026, the International Congress Center in Burgas will open its doors for the SPLASH Black Sea 2026 forum. The event is dedicated to the present and future of the innovation ecosystem in water, seas, and maritime activities, with a focus on the Black Sea region.

The forum will bring together companies and startups, universities and research organizations. Representatives of public authorities, technology companies, investors, and financial institutions will also attend, along with organizations that support innovation and business development.

Discussions will center on smarter management of water resources, the development of maritime activities, and what innovative solutions could be introduced in the region. Participants will explore how innovation can lead to cleaner waters and more sustainable marine ecosystems, and how scientific research can translate into real solutions for the sector.

The forum also offers an opportunity for business, science, and innovators to sit down together and discuss partnerships, investments, and joint projects that could open new doors for the region.

The event is organized as part of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology's water community, which is supported by the European Union. The goal is for professionals in the sector to exchange knowledge, collaborate, and jointly arrive at new solutions for water, seas, and maritime activities.

The SPLASH Black Sea 2026 program includes meetings between business, research and educational institutions, and the public sector. Technology companies, investors, and innovators will also take part. Together, they will seek concrete solutions for a sustainable future of the Black Sea region.

The forum will take place on October 2, 2026, at the International Congress Center in Burgas. Those wishing to attend can register in advance through the registration form for SPLASH Black Sea 2026.

The organizers hope the event will bring new professional contacts, an exchange of ideas, and partnerships for a more sustainable future for water, seas, and maritime activities in the Black Sea region.