On Saturday, June 7, 2025, the Institut Bleu enthusiastically participated in Sea Day, held at Darse Foucque in Le Port as part of the 11th edition of the Ocean Festival.
This public event, co-organized by the Réunion Maritime Cluster,the Western Réunion Tourist Office, CCSTI Sciences Réunion, and the Réunion Marine Nature Reserve, served to highlight the richness of our marine ecosystem and showcase the initiatives of stakeholders in Réunion’sblue economy.
A day full of discoveries and meaningful exchanges
The day, which was all about the sea and sharing, was filled with a variety of events and activities:
- 🚢 Tours of military and civilian ships
- 🚌 Guided bus tours of Port Est
- ⛵ Free sailing lessons and water sports activities with the Portois Sailing Club, the Mascareignes Water Sports Center, Bato Péi, and many others
- ⚓ Boat tours aboard the Maloya and the Namaste Catamaran
- 🙌 Roundtable discussions onthe appeal of maritime careers andcetacean observation
The Institut Bleu at the heart of the event
The Institut Bleu was on hand throughout the day and was pleased to:
- to raise public awareness of its initiatives and projects in support ofa sustainable blue economy
- network with other stakeholders in Réunion’s maritime sector
- raise visitors' awareness of the issues related to the protection and promotion of our maritime heritage.
As part of its efforts to raise awareness about the marine environment, the Institut Bleu hosted the fun game “Fishing for Fish in the Indian Ocean” at the “The Ocean for Children” booth .
The game was a big hit with the children in attendance, allowing them to have fun while learning about Réunion’s marine species and gaining a better understanding of the importance of their conservation. This educational initiative is fully in line with the Institut Bleu’s mission: to foster knowledge of and respect for the marine environment from an early age.
This meeting also served to strengthen the synergies among the various partners committed to a shared vision of the region’s maritime future.
A Renewed Commitment
The Institut Bleu would like to extend its warmest thanks to all the organizers, partners, and visitors for their dedication and enthusiasm.
We are proud to contribute, alongside the entire maritime ecosystem of Réunion, to a collective effort dedicated to the sea and its many challenges.
