Our Ocean’s Challenge is an exemplar of open innovation. The unique multi-stakeholder approach harnesses the value of diverse knowledge and expertise to solve complex problems. Utilizing an active online platform for building a community of participants sets the seed for robust and continued innovation in sustainability.

Dr. Amanda J. Porter, Assistant Professor VU University Amsterdam

"For Heerema Marine Contractors OOC will be considered a success when we move the discussion regarding sustainable oceans towards action, whether this regards sea farming, sustainable energy, plastic as a resource or any kind of innovative way to maintain our oceans. Share our aim and join this initiative."

Jan-Pieter Klaver, CEO HMC

“ABN AMRO considers it a strategic priority to contribute to a better world. As partner of OOC we aim to put our financial expertise and international network in the maritime and offshore industry to the benefit of realizing sustainable oceans. Join us and jump on the OOC platform now!”

Ronald Quik, ABN AMRO Maritime

“Our Oceans Challenge is a unique and much needed effort to tackle the environmental challenges facing the offshore industries by harnessing the power of innovation and entrepreneurship. The World Ocean Council is proud to be an OOC partner, and is working to help ensure that the OOC addresses global, cross-cutting issues and results in improved sustainability in ocean industry operations.”

Paul Holthus, Founding President and CEO World Ocean Council