The case for Maritime Spatial Planning: efficient resource management for sustainable growth
Conference hosted by the European Commission

26 March 2012, 8:30–17:00
Conference venue: Charlemagne building, Rue de la Loi, 170, Brussels

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High level representatives from the European Union and Third countries, public authorities, representatives from maritime industries and NGOs will have an opportunity to share their experiences on Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) in the European Union and from around the world, and to reflect on how they want to see it develop in the future.

Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP), as promoted by the EU integrated maritime policy, is crucial for creating an environment in which the maritime economy can grow in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem. Transparency, stability, predictability and reduced transaction costs are the factors that encourage and accelerate investments – and are among the benefits that MSP can bring.

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