ECYBRIDGE
International Conference
Anchoring Cyber Resilience: Cybersecurity Strategies for a Unified Digital Europe
About The Event
This conference serves as a vibrant and interactive platform dedicated to fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and promoting the exchange of knowledge. It significantly advances the overarching goals of the ECYBRIDGE project by supporting a unified and strategic approach to strengthening Europe’s cyber resilience.
Where
Constanta Maritime University, Romania
When
9-11 December 2025, Monday to Tuesday
Bringing together a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, academic experts, and cybersecurity professionals, the conference enables the sharing of best practices, state-of-the-art research, and pioneering solutions to contemporary cybersecurity challenges. These interactions not only enrich the collective expertise of participants but also nurture a growing community of cyber professionals dedicated to safeguarding Europe’s digital ecosystem.
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The event facilitates networking and partnership building, offering participants the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, establish strategic alliances, and collaborate on forward-looking initiatives. These connections are vital for cultivating a cohesive cybersecurity landscape across the continent.
In addition, the conference plays a pivotal role in the dissemination of cutting-edge research and technological breakthroughs. By showcasing the latest tools, methodologies, and innovations, it ensures that participants remain well-equipped to confront emerging cyber threats. This reflects the ECYBRIDGE project’s commitment to staying at the forefront of cybersecurity development and promoting continuous progress within the sector.
Importantly, the conference also provides a high-level forum for cybersecurity policymaking at both European and national levels. It invites policymakers to deliberate on current and future policy needs, informed by expert insights and stakeholder perspectives. In doing so, it supports the development of robust, forward-thinking strategies to protect Europe’s digital infrastructure and promote resilience in an increasingly complex threat environment.
Event Schedule
Day 1
9 Dec, 2025
08:45 Am
Welcoming Day 1
09:00 - 10:30 Am
Opening Panel
Anchoring Cyber Resilience in a Fragmented Threat Landscape: From Strategic Vision to Collective Action
Chair:
Panellists:
10:45 - 11:15 Am
Keynote Speech 1
Speaker:
11:30 Am - 1:00 Pm
Panel 2
Navigating EU Cybersecurity Policy Challenges: Governance Gaps, Strategic Coherence, and Civilian-Defence Synergies
Chair:
Panellists:
1:00 Pm
Lunch Time
2:00 Pm - 2:30 Pm
Technology Presentation 1
2:30 Pm - 3:00 Pm
Technology Presentation 2
3:15 Pm - 3:45 Pm
Keynote Speech 2
Speaker:
3:45 Pm - 4:45 Pm
Workshop 1
5:00 Pm - 5:30 Pm
Keynote Speech 3
Speaker:
Day 2
10 Dec, 2025
08:45 Am
Welcoming Day 2
09:00 - 10:30 Am
Panel 3
Advancing Cybersecurity Through Technology: Innovation, Deployment, and European Strategic Autonomy
Chair:
Panellists:
10:45 - 11:15 Am
Keynote Speech 4
Speaker:
11:30 Am - 1:00 Pm
Panel 4
Strengthening Europe’s Cybersecurity Workforce: Skills, Education, and Cross-Sector Readiness
Chair:
Panellists:
1:00 Pm
Lunch Time
2:00 Pm - 2:30 Pm
Technology Presentation 3
2:30 Pm - 3:00 Pm
Technology Presentation 4
3:15 Pm - 3:45 Pm
Keynote Speech 5
Speaker:
3:45 Pm - 4:45 Pm
Workshop 2
5:00 Pm - 5:30 Pm
Keynote Speech 6
Speaker:
Day 2
11 Dec, 2025
08:45 Am
Welcoming Day 3
09:00 - 10:30 Am
Panel 5
Countering Cybercrime in the European Union: Enhancing Cooperation Across Jurisdictions and Sectors
Chair:
Panellists:
10:45 - 11:15 Am
Policymaking Exercise – Designing a Cyber-Resilient Europe: Strategic Alignment, Stakeholder Roles, and Operational Pathways
Session 1 – Strategic Objectives and Threat Prioritisation
11:30 Am - 1:00 Pm
Policymaking Exercise – Designing a Cyber-Resilient Europe: Strategic Alignment, Stakeholder Roles, and Operational Pathways
Session 2 – Stakeholder Roles and Policy Instruments
Chair:
Panellists:
1:00 Pm
Lunch Time
2:00 Pm - 3:00 Pm
Policymaking Exercise – Designing a Cyber-Resilient Europe: Strategic Alignment, Stakeholder Roles, and Operational Pathways
Session 3 – Operational Pathways and Political Consensus
3:15 Pm - 3:45 Pm
Networking Session
3:45 Pm - 5:00 Pm
Closing Panel
Chair:
Panellists:
About The Event Organiser
MARCYSCOE is a centre of the Constanta Maritime University, aiming to enhance the cybersecurity resilience of the maritime industry through cutting-edge research, expert advice, training, and education. We strive to provide cybersecurity services to public and private organisations in the maritime sector and create an international platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing among cybersecurity professionals. Our goal is to promote safe and secure maritime operations and protect the integrity of critical maritime infrastructure and assets
Venue
The Nautical Base of the Constanta Maritime University
No. 2 Cuarțului Street, Constanta, Romania, 900504
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