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 developing sustainable solutions to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Bringing Together Businesses and Researchers to Accelerate the Transition
One of the sector’s greatest current challenges is achieving the energy transition in maritime industries. The French Maritime Cluster contributes to this momentum by bringing together companies and research centers to foster innovation in critical areas: the development of marine renewable energies (MRE), the decarbonization of ships, and the implementation of ecological solutions for managing marine resources.
Betting on Offshore Renewable Energy
Another strategic focus is the advancement of renewable energies at sea, such as offshore wind power, tidal turbines, and offshore energy storage solutions—core components of the CMF’s initiatives. By supporting R&D in these fields, the cluster plays a central role in promoting solutions that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and diversify the energy sources used in maritime activities.
Fostering National and International Cooperation
While the maritime energy transition is essential, international cooperation is equally critical. The French Maritime Cluster facilitates dialogue between maritime industry stakeholders, research labs, and public institutions at both the national and international levels. This exchange is vital to implementing collective responses to global challenges: water resource management, protection of marine biodiversity, and reduction of the maritime sector’s carbon footprint.
The CMF also helps French companies position themselves as leaders in future markets by encouraging collaboration with European and international partners.
Contributing to a Competitive and Sustainable Blue Economy
These companies have a key role to play in this transition. By enabling industry players to connect and share knowledge, the CMF fosters the synergies needed to address sectoral challenges. It actively contributes to the emergence of innovative solutions that benefit the global maritime community. More than a collaborative platform, the CMF also offers strategic support to maritime businesses—this includes assistance in financing innovative projects, connecting with technology partners, and identifying solutions tailored to the specific needs of the industry.
As a central player in France’s blue economy, the CMF brings together industry experts, researchers, and public institutions to create solutions that meet environmental needs while generating economic value. Its goal? To promote the growth of a sustainable maritime economy that creates jobs and opportunities for French companies.
