As the water crisis deepens, seawater desalination is gaining ground in many parts of the world. Long confined to wealthy Gulf countries or islands without groundwater reserves, it is now being promoted as a solution for the future. But one major question remains: what kind…

3 questions to Hervé de Lanversin, on the rise of Seawards, of which he is co-founder, and his growing involvement in events that promote the visibility of cryoseparation….

Water stress now affects nearly 4 billion people, especially in coastal areas where the demand for freshwater far exceeds supply. Seawater desalination seems like an obvious answer. Yet this technological solution raises major ecological, energy-related, and social concerns….

For centuries, water has been considered a common good: a vital natural resource, essential to life, accessible to all, and outside the realm of commerce. This principle was enshrined in international law in 2010, when the UN recognized access to safe drinking water as a…

They feed us, heal us and make us breathe. The oceans cover 71% of the planet, generate more than half its oxygen, regulate the climate, transport 90% of world trade… and carry 98% of Internet traffic via undersea cables. In short, nothing runs without them….

From June 3 to 13, 2025, the Sud region becomes the global epicenter of ocean-related issues. Nice and Monaco will host five major international events, bringing sustainable water solutions back to the core of climate, economic, and geopolitical strategies. Seawards is closely following this sequence,…

The French Maritime Cluster (CMF) has established itself as a key player in driving innovation and sustainable transformation within the maritime sector. In 2025, as the energy transition and responsible ocean management are more urgent than ever, the CMF supports companies, institutions, and researchers in…

The water crisis is already affecting thousands of people around the world. But concrete examples show that it is possible to act quickly and effectively, even under extreme conditions. Seawards, which is developing a cryo-separation desalination solution that offers solutions adapted to arid and isolated…

All over the world, certain regions have passed the point of no return. In these areas, the question is no longer “which technology to choose?” but “how to react to a crisis where there is no room for maneuver?”. When water tables are dry, the…

Water is more than just a natural resource; it lies at the heart of major geopolitical balances. In 2025, more than 2.2 billion people still lack reliable access to safe drinking water. As climate change exacerbates tensions, water management becomes a strategic factor for either…