Turku-Southwest Finland European Office (Turku EU Office) represents City of Turku and Regional Council of Southwest Finland bringing together all 27 municipalities in the region. Our focus areas are: Blue Growth (maritime industry, Baltic Sea), Green transition (climate, energy, circular economy, mobility), Smart transformation (digitalisation and smart urban solutions).
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rue du Luxembourg 3
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Smart specialisation focus areas in Southwest Finland are:
1) Blue growth and industrial modernisation,
2) Innovative Food Chains,
3) Life sciences and Health technology
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- By Martina Campajola
Strong regions, strong Europe: ERRIN at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2026
ERRIN spent the European Week of Regions and Cities moderating sessions, following debates and meeting more than a dozen member delegations. Here is a selection of the moments closest to our priorities, from the EU Missions and the next MFF to talent, culture and competitiveness.
- By Ana Nava
Ocean and Water R&I Strategy: Highlights from ERRIN's Blue Economy WG Meeting
Following ERRIN's joint input to the Water Resilience R&I Call for Evidence, members met with Wiebke Pankauke (DG RTD) for an update as the Commission moves towards adopting the combined Ocean and Water Research and Innovation Strategy (OWRIS). The Strategy aims to build a coordinated EU-level framework for R&I priorities and investment, including a shared long-term vision, and to better understand the landscape of public and private partners, regions included.
- By Ana Nava
ERRIN submits input to the Water Resilience R&I Strategy consultation
ERRIN has submitted a response to the EC's Call for Evidence on the Water Resilience Research and Innovation Strategy. The response focuses on the central role of local and regional authorities in achieving water resilience. This input will be presented at a members' meeting on Thursday 24 September at 14:00 CEST, at ERRIN's Brussels office. The session will include an exchange with a representative of the Mission Ocean and Waters Secretariat.
- By Ana Nava
Shape the future of EU Ocean and Water Research & Innovation landscape: ERRIN Members invited to contribute
The European Commission has opened two parallel calls for evidence to inform the development of a future joint EU Ocean and Water Research and Innovation (R&I) Strategy, expected to be adopted in Q4 2026. ERRIN's Blue Economy Working Group encourages members to engage with this process and is coordinating a joint network response (Internal deadline: Tuesday 28 July)
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
Raingarden Catalogue supports citizen uptake of nature-based solutions in Southwest Finland
As part of the RESIST project, Southwest Finland has launched a new Raingarden Catalogue to help citizens better understand and implement nature-based solutions (NbS) for stormwater management on private properties. The publication introduces raingardens as an effective tool to improve local stormwater management while delivering additional benefits for biodiversity and urban resilience. It also connects homeowners with companies offering design and implementation services, making it easier to move from awareness to action.
- By Ana Nava
Blue Economy WG: Call for a new leader
ERRIN's Blue Economy Working Group is looking for a new co-leader to steer the WG activities and priorities. The candidate should be knowledgeable and experienced in EU policy on blue economy and have a good insight into different research and innovation areas related to marine, maritime and freshwater systems. Candidates must be Brussels-based and submit their application by Monday 22 June 2026 COB.