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Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge 2026
Empowering the next generation of ocean innovators
Application Deadline:13 February 2026
The Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge is an international business plan pitch competition for students, recent graduates, and young entrepreneurs with ocean-focused startups or project ideas Now in its 9th edition (finals in June 2026), it offers finalists a trip to Monaco to pitch at the Grand Finale on June 11, 2026. Participants receive expert jury feedback, mentorship, and networking via the Oceanographic Institute and Prince Albert II Foundation, providing a springboard to accelerate ocean-positive innovations


