Who can become a member?

Membership is open to organisations that are part of, or closely linked to, the maritime industry. This includes:

• Companies and corporations

• Start-ups and entrepreneurs

• Research and knowledge institutions

• Public authorities and public-sector entities

• Financial and risk capital providers

• Other organisations with a clear connection to the maritime industry
  (subject to approval by the Steering Committee)

Membership requirements

Membership is based on acceptance of the GCE Blue Maritime Cluster Contract.

Key principles:

• Group companies: Groups applying for membership must report the total number of employees across the entire group. All employees are then considered part of the cluster membership.

• Branch offices: For branch offices of larger groups, the annual membership fee is based on the branch’s turnover.

• Start-ups: Defined as companies within 0–2 years of registration in the Brønnøysund Register Centre (does not apply to Norwegian offices of foreign groups).

Annual membership fee

Membership fees are determined annually and are based on company size and category (start-up / established company).
A full overview of fees for 2026 is available below.

Startups* : 2 000 nok
1-5 employees: 6 500 nok
6-19 employees: 13 000 nok
20-39 employees: 20 000 nok
40-99 employees: 30 000 nok
100-299 employees: 50 000 nok
300-399 employees: 70 000 nok
Over 400 employees: 100 000 nok

*Startups: 0-2 years since registration

How to become a member

Click the button below to email us—please include your name, company, and contact details.