The Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) Challenge simulation platform was designed by BUAS to provide policymakers, stakeholders and students with insight into the maritime (blue) economy and marine environment and how to manage them.
The MSP simulation platform integrates the best available geo, maritime and marine data with simulation models for ecology, shipping and energy production. It uses “advanced game technology” and a game mindset”: The platform is therefore designed to get user involvement so that it becomes a perfect environment for stakeholder contact, planning through co-design, knowledge development and education.
The MSP Challenge North Sea edition provides a solid foundation for the Digital Twin of the North Sea, with an emphasis on the Dutch EEZ.