SeaFest 2016

Date:
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Promoters:
Marine Coordination Group Bureau
Place:
Galway, Ireland
Summary:
SeaFest is an annual, broad based celebration focused on raising public awareness of marine matters and developments in the marine sector. In 2016 the event will be held in Galway city centre, including the harbour area. A number of supporting events, specifically the Our Ocean Wealth conference which will seek to explore how Ireland can develop its marine economy . The 2016 Our Ocean Wealth Conference will feature a number of sessions where speakers and delegates can delve more deeply into the conference theme of Innovating for the Marine Economy. Following on from the success of SeaFest 2015 which took place in Cork, the 2016 event will is intended to further each objective of the HOOW Engaging with the Sea goal, namely: Build on Ireland's maritime heritage and strengthen the national maritime identity • Increase awareness of the value, opportunities and social benefits • Engagement and participation by all
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