UNOPS Austria

Last week, the UN International Procurement Seminar took place in Vienna, hosted by Czechia, Hungary, and Slovakia, with a focus on strengthening engagement between the United Nations and suppliers from Central Europe.

UNOPS was pleased to participate with a delegation from the Procurement Group at our Copenhagen Headquarters, alongside colleagues from the Austria Multi-Country Office responsible for partnerships and procurement.

The event brought together approximately 140 companies and nearly 80 representatives from 14 UN entities and related international organizations. Over the course of the two-day seminar, around 350 pre-arranged one-to-one meetings were held, creating valuable opportunities for dialogue, collaboration, and partnership development.

Thank you to the organizers, participants, and partners who contributed to a productive and successful event. We look forward to continuing to strengthen engagement with suppliers across the region and advancing our shared development objectives.

Celebrating Innovation for the Black Sea! 🌊

Yesterday marked a major milestone for the Blueing the Black Sea project. Following months of mentorship and preparation, finalists gathered to pitch their solutions for the region's most pressing environmental challenges.

After a highly competitive day, we are pleased to announce that 9 solutions for the Focus Country Window and 6 solutions for the Greater Black Sea Window have been selected as the winners of this Shark Tank event. This recognition highlights the exceptional potential of these projects to deliver tangible, positive impacts for the Black Sea ecosystem.

Our sincere thanks to all the winners and the finalists for their dedication to a healthier Black Sea, and to the esteemed guests and jury members who made this special day possible.

Stay tuned to discover the winning ideas that will help shape a cleaner future for the Black Sea.

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Building on the momentum of World Environment Day, one message is clear: climate action starts with turning awareness into tangible results.

At the Zero Waste Forum in Istanbul held last week, on 6-7 June, international participants, government partners, and key stakeholders came together to address waste management challenges, share knowledge, and advance innovative solutions.

UNOPS was proud to participate as part of the UN Türkiye Country Team, engaging with the public, field experts, government representatives, and development partners.

We showcased our expertise in sustainable procurement, project management, and resilient, gender-responsive infrastructure, supporting Türkiye’s recovery, resilience, and development priorities.

The active participation of young professionals from the UNOPS Türkiye team underscored the important role of youth in driving innovation and accelerating climate and sustainability efforts across the region.

Learn more about our ongoing initiatives in the country 👉
https://turkiye.un.org/en/316691-unops-t%C3%BCrkiye-one-pager

🌊 Blueing Two Seas: Innovation and Partnership for Transboundary Waters

More than 2,000 delegates from 186 countries gathered this past week in a powerful spirit of ambition and pragmatism to welcome the massive $3.9 billion replenishment, officially launching the final sprint toward our 2030 climate and nature goals.

Acting with purpose and unity is exactly what UNOPS Austria brought to the table. Alongside the World Bank, UNEP, and the Tehran Convention Secretariat, we co-hosted the crucial side event: "Blueing Two Seas: Innovation and Partnership for Transboundary Waters."

The Black Sea and the Caspian Sea are two of the world’s most ecologically stressed inland seas. UNOPS is supporting regional cooperation to address pollution in the Black Sea, strengthening governments and the private sector's capacities while advancing a shared framework for a cleaner and healthier marine environment.

Representing UNOPS, Director Simonetta Siligato joined global environmental leaders on the high-level panel to discuss how we turn transboundary cooperation into concrete, on-the-ground action.

🔗 Explore the innovations driving change: https://www.bbsea.project.unops.org/



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Over 1,100 projects in more than 130 countries and territories.
In a year marked by conflict, climate pressures and growing needs, UNOPS delivered practical solutions for communities facing some of the world’s toughest challenges.

Explore more in our 2025 Annual Report 👉 https://bit.ly/4e2skgh

Investing in education means investing in future generations!✨

Thanks to the European Union’s support, the Ministry of Education and Science and the University of Pristina, students and academic staff at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences will soon benefit from modern learning and research facilities designed to strengthen higher education and innovation in Kosovo 🇽🇰 🇪🇺.

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A significant milestone for our UNOPS team in Albania 🇦🇱

The Archaeological Museum of Durrës in Albania, has been fully restored and transformed into a modern, resilient cultural landmark through the EU4Culture Albania programme, funded by the European Union and implemented by UNOPS in partnership with the Albanian Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports.

This achievement reflects strong partnership and shared commitment to safeguarding cultural heritage and supporting long-term cultural resilience in Albania.