The project elaborates a methodology for the MSP process, considering the national marine area and its continental hinterland as an intrinsically multi-functional landscape. It designs a MSP process considering integrated and participatory approach to the planning and management of the national marine area in conformity with the requirements of Directive 2014/89/EU. Further, it promotes the sustainable use of marine resources and sustainable growth of the maritime economy through the MSP process. Finally, it will develop and put into practice innovative contents, methods and processes of MSP adapted to the size and characteristics of the national marine area in Slovenia.