ONE GOAL
MAKE FRANCE’S #1 MARITIME REGION A MODEL
FOR INNOVATIVE AND SUSTAINABLE MARINE INDUSTRIES
Discover the sector of excellence "Blue economy" in south of France
The Southern region, rich in its exceptional coastline and maritime resources, is a key player in the maritime economy. Our maritime economy sector encompasses a range of dynamic and innovative activities, from fishing and aquaculture to shipbuilding, including renewable marine energies and coastal tourism.
Why choose the South of France for your maritime projects?
- A diverse maritime ecosystem: Benefit from an environment conducive to the development of your maritime activities thanks to unique biodiversity and top-notch port infrastructure.
- Innovation and research: The Southern region is a center of excellence in maritime research and innovation, with renowned research centers and strong partnerships between businesses and academic institutions.
- Support for businesses: Enjoy personalized support and assistance for your projects in the maritime economy, whether it be financing, training, or networking.
Join us and contribute to the sustainable growth of the maritime economy in the Southern region. Together, let's build the maritime future of our territory.
► Key Figures
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jobs
companies
➜ #1 FRENCH MARITIME REGION
➜ 1 SITE FOR FRENCH NAVY
The naval defense base in Toulon is the top facility in France.
➜ #1 TRADE PORT IN FRANCE (in cargo tonnage)
Port of Marseille Fos.
➜ #1 EUROPEAN SOFTWARE CENTER FOR MARITIME ACTIVITIES
Development of real-time software for onboard systems and mission and combat systems at a center operated by the Naval Group at the Technopole de la Mer (Ollioules).
➜ #1 FRENCH REGION FOR YACHTING
Top national hub for maintenance and navigation with world leaders in yacht servicing and refit in La Ciotat, La Seyne-sur-Mer/Saint-Mandrier, and Marseille, as well as the largest marina in Europe in Antibes.
➜ A LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS HUB AND SMALL-SCALE TANKER LOADING SERVICES
With the sites Fos Cavaou and Fos Tonkin, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur has two of the four French terminals.
➜ A MARINE AND UNDERWATER ROBOTICS AND DRONES INDUSTRY
An exceptional network of large corporations and innovative companies working in the sector.
➜ RIVIERA YACHTING NETWORK
The world-class cluster brings together 110 stakeholders in yacht maintenance, refit, and services.
➜ 1 DEDICATED COMPETIVENESS CLUSTER
The Pôle Mer Méditerranée (Ollioules) has 460 members.
► Global Leaders
BARDOT GROUP, BOURBON, BW IDEOL, CEGELEC MARINE, CHANTIER NAVAL DE MARSEILLE, CHANTIER NAVAL DE LA CIOTAT, CMA CGM, CNIM, COMPAGNIE MARITIME CHAMBON, CYBERNETIX (TECHNIP), ECA GROUP, EDF RENOUVELABLES, EIFFAGE METAL, ELENGY, ENVISAN, EOLFI (SHELL), FOSELEV MARINE, GEOCEAN (VINCI), IMS SHIPYARD, IXBLUE, JIFMAR OFFSHORE SERVICES, LA MERIDIONALE, MB92 LA CIOTAT, MARINE TECH, MGI, MONACO MARINE, NAUTECH, NAVAL GROUP, NEPTECH, PRINCIPIA, PRINCIPLE POWER, SEAOWL, SUBSEA TECH, SUD MARINE SHIPYARD, TECHNIP ENERGIES, THALES UNDERWATER SYSTEM, TRAXENS
►1 outstanding infrastructure project: Provence Grand Large led by EDF Renewables
- Pilot project with three floating wind turbines (equivalent to the electricity consumption of 45 000 people).
- A dynamic ecosystem for the design, assembly, operation, repair, and maintenance of future offshore wind farms.
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