The aim of the network is to develop tools and actions to transfer new knowledge and increase impact of the co-funded R&I projects at local, national and European level, taking into consideration different target groups: policy makers, civil society and marine and maritime industry. 

Ultimately, the Exploitation and Impact Network will contribute to a better co-creation and knowledge transfer between research industry, policy makers, and citizens by:  

• making impact pathways mandatory at the project level; 
• developing Open Access strategy and addressing Intellectual Property Rights; 
• increasing the impact on the target groups needs through capacity building of the applicants to the call; 
• promoting innovative solutions and accelerate their market uptake; 
• bridging science policy gaps to maximise impact.