On 20 and 21 September 2021 the North Sea Energy consortium partners came together to review the mid-term results of the program. The meeting was held in IJmuiden. On the first day we reviewed together the technical details of the work packages such as energy hubs . We also discussed logistics, environmental aspects, standards, health and safety aspects and more. On the second day a more energy system look was the topic of the day. Members of the Sounding Board were also present for an outside in perspective.