The popular initiative is moving from exploration to action, while defining its role, priorities and long-term sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry landscape

As Scotland’s seafood industry braces for what many expect to be a difficult 2026, the Scottish Ocean Cluster is entering a decisive phase of its own development. After two years of groundwork, evidence gathering and early collaborations, the cluster is now moving from exploration into formalisation – with the aim to define its role, secure long-term backing and convert growing interest into tangible economic value for coastal communities.