Within the framework of sustainable development and marine environmental protection, Ms. Rym Benzina, President of the association La Saison Bleue, plays a leading role. Her active involvement in the Share4Med project reflects her unwavering commitment to safeguarding the Mediterranean Sea.
Share4Med, funded by the INTERREG NEXT MED programme, aims to support coastal cities across the Mediterranean in their ecological transition. The initiative focuses on three core priorities: restoring vital ecosystems, building resilient infrastructure, and promoting sustainable practices. Under Ms. Benzina’s leadership, La Saison Bleue is particularly committed to educating and engaging youth, a vital catalyst for lasting change.
In parallel, during the closing forum of the POWER4MED project, La Saison Bleue highlighted the success of this initiative and acknowledged the dedication of Professor Boumediene Beladjine from LSIM Oran and Mario Dogliani, President of SGD4MES, for their strong commitment and stewardship. This project represents a valuable, replicable model for other parts of the Mediterranean. POWER4MED targets small-scale maritime operators, including fishing states and small-scale marine and transport actors, offering innovative services to support a transition towards carbon neutrality, in line with the climate ambitions of the European Union and the International Maritime Organization. Thanks to a multidisciplinary team of experts, the project provides practical tools to reduce carbon emissions in several key maritime sectors.
Ms. Benzina’s presence at this event confirms her long-term engagement in maritime decarbonisation strategies. Her association actively supports initiatives such as GREENMEDPORT and SHARE4MED, which offer tangible, accessible solutions to climate challenges, turning ecological transition into not just a necessity, but a realistic and achievable goal for the region.
In conclusion, Rym Benzina, as President of La Saison Bleue, embodies an ambitious vision and unwavering determination to turn environmental aspirations into concrete actions. Her involvement in these strategic initiatives strengthens the Mediterranean’s position as a model for regional cooperation and sustainable development.
