Andalusian Maritime Marine Cluster

The Andalusian Maritime-Marine Cluster (CMMA) is a non-profit association founded in 2012 to promote maritime and marine activities within a framework of a sustainable Blue Economy in Andalusia, aligned with European Blue Growth policies.

The organization brings together over 100 entities, including SMEs, sectoral organizations, universities, and research institutions, to foster research, development, and innovation (R&D&I) in the maritime-marine sector. It collaborates closely with regional and national governments to develop sustainable strategies for the Blue Economy in Andalusia.

Areas of Focus
The CMMA works in the following sectors:

Shipbuilding

Port logistics and infrastructure

Blue biotechnology

Fisheries, aquaculture, and processing

Underwater robotics

Coastal and submerged heritage

Coastal and maritime tourism

Its strategic pillars include:

Sustainable research and development.

Promotion of clean technologies.

Training, education, and specialization.

Support for entrepreneurship in the Blue Economy.

Working Methodology
The CMMA operates under an open innovation model, connecting public, private, and academic sectors to address environmental, social, and economic challenges. Its collaborative approach fosters the creation of international projects and the implementation of strategies aimed at sustainable development.