Ocean-Driven Solutions for a Sustainable Economy and Resilient Communities
2025-01-15 13:30 - 15:00 (Europe/London)
The third webinar in the EU Ocean Data Series will focus on how Earth observation, in situ, and modelled marine data can support the UN Ocean Decade initiative.

Challenge 3: Sustainably feed the global population
Challenge 4: Develop a sustainable, resilient and equitable ocean economy
Challenge 6: Increase community resilience to ocean hazards

SUPERGEN Webinar - The use of Dynamic Bayesian Network Modelling for the Spatial and Temporal Understanding of Marine Ecosystem Dynamics
2025-03-26 13:00 - 14:00
Chaired by: Dr Neda Trifonova, University of Aberdeen, who will discuss the use of machine learning techniques to understand the ecosystem-level effects at regional and shelf-wide scales following the deployment of large-scale offshore wind and under alternative fishing and climate change scenarios. Bayesian ecosystem models will be discussed with a focus on how they can be used to predict the cumulative effects on the population trends across a range of species and to link these outputs to changes in ecosystem services and natural capital to assess the environmental and socio-economic benefits and trade-offs.

EMB webinar - Deep-sea knowledge for effective Ocean management
2025-04-11 13:00 - 14:30
Despite its immense ecological importance, the deep sea remains underrepresented in policy considerations and global conservation efforts. With 90% of ocean species undescribed and many natural functions poorly understood, the deep sea faces significant threats from unsustainable resource exploitation and climate change. Europe has a pivotal role to play in leading international measures to protect and manage the deep sea. While the EU’s International Ocean Governance Agenda and Biodiversity Strategy already emphasize marine biodiversity protection, there is an urgent need to translate these agendas into action, particularly concerning the deep sea.
During this webinar, EMB will launch its Future Science Brief No 12, titled ‘Deep Sea Research and Management Needs’. This brief addresses the critical need to increase our knowledge on the deep sea, an often-overlooked yet vital component of our global ecosystem and climate regulation. Effective management of this environment require a robust scientific foundation and international cooperation. Science-policy communication and transdisciplinary research will be crucial in the sustainable use of the deep sea, particularly as the BBNJ Agreement Conference of Parties (COPs) unfolds.

Supergen ORE Hub Annual Assembly
2025-04-14 17:00 - 2025-04-15 17:00
14 April (evening reception) & 15 April (Conference), University of Manchester
The Annual Assembly is an opportunity to discover the latest research and keep pace with advancements in the rapidly evolving offshore renewable energy sector. All are welcome at our annual event which brings together academics, industry professionals, and policymakers working in offshore wind, wave and tidal energy to explore cutting-edge research, emerging opportunities, and key challenges. Register Now

Marine Directorate Event- Proposed Fisheries Management Measures within Marine Protected Area (MPAs) Update
2025-05-29 10:30 - 14:00
The Marine Directorate MPA and PMF Update event is happening Thursday 29 May at the Edinburgh Training and Conference Venue.
Marine Directorate are hosting this meeting to provide an update to stakeholders on the proposed fisheries management measures for inshore and offshore MPAs.
The Cabinet Secretary for NetZero and Energy, Gillian Martin will be opening the event with a speech highlighting the Scottish Government’s proposed plans and next steps, and her vision for the future of the measures. Following the minister’s speech, you will receive updates, timelines and next steps from Marine Directorate policy officials.
If you would like to attend, please complete the Event Registration Form before Monday 26 May 2025: https://forms.office.com/e/Gbwrq5r6fJ
If you have already registered your interest in this event you will have received an attendance confirmation email this morning, please check your junk mailbox.

Seascape Symposium II: Reconnecting the Seascape
2025-06-04 08:00 - 2025-06-05 17:00
On 4th and 5th June 2025, ZSL will hold a second Seascape Symposium, “Reconnecting the Seascape”, in collaboration with the University of Portsmouth and the University of Edinburgh. Seascape Symposium II aims to connect coastal habitat experts to explore the principles of seascape restoration, update on advances in restoration science, habitat connectivity and monitoring, and continue to build a community that can work together to overcome the barriers to scaling up coastal habitat restoration.
For more information and to pre-book tickets, please visit https://www.zsl.org/news-and-events/events/seascape-symposium-ii-reconnecting-seascape or contact us at marineandfreshwater@zsl.org.

2025 UN Ocean Conference
2025-06-09 08:00 - 2025-06-13 17:00
The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 – 13 June 2025.
The overarching theme of the Conference is “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean”.

1st International Conference on the Cultural Significance of Fish
2025-06-10 09:30 - 2025-06-11 17:00
The conference will seek to explore the myriad ways in which fish have influenced, shaped and been depicted in cultures throughout history and around the world.
The conference will bring together speakers and delegates from around the globe for two days of presentations, posters and panel sessions. The conference will also provide opportunities for networking which includes a guided tour of the historic Ely Cathedral and a conference dinner.

Structures in the Marine Environment (SIME) 2025 conference
2025-06-23 08:00 - 2025-06-24 17:00
The INSITE Programme and OCF are pleased to announce that the 2025 Structures in the Marine Environment (SIME) conference will be held once again at the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh on 23 – 24 June 2025.
Join us on Day 1 to hear about research from a variety of subject areas centred around the Value of Marine Artificial Structures (MAS). Abstract submission will be open from Wednesday 26th of February to the 28th of April. Please submit your abstracts for either a presentation or a poster for the following four sessions:

Long-term effects of contaminants and breakdown materials from Marine Artificial Structures;
Estimating biomass associated with structures;
Social Attitudes to Marine Artificial Structures;
Monitoring, Evidence and Innovation surrounding Marine Artificial Structures and Decommissioning.

On Day 2 meet science/policy experts for talks, panel discussions and a workshop about sustainable management of Marine Artificial Structures, considering the value of biodiversity and nature associated with the structures, as well as the pressing issues relating to their future decommissioning…and beyond.
PLUS ‘DESIRED DECOMMISSIONING OUTCOMES IN THE NORTH SEA’
Optional Workshop for in-person delegates to take place on Day 2 of the conference (24th June) between 2 and 4pm
The aim of the workshop is to identify decommissioning outcomes for Marine Artificial Structures that are desirable for the environment, economy and society.

FMRI-Coastal Autonomy Workshop
2025-06-24 18:30 - 2025-06-25 17:00
FMRI invites you to a one-day workshop exploring the opportunities in autonomous observing for inshore and coastal research and statutory monitoring. Hosted by the National Centre for Coastal Autonomy in partnership with Defra, NOC, NPL and the Scottish Government, this workshop will bring together stakeholders from across the public and private sectors.

FSBI-IFM Belfast 2025
2025-07-07 09:00 - 2025-07-11 17:00
Turning Science into Strategy: Advancing Fish Conservation and Management

Orkney International Science Festival
2025-09-04 08:00 - 2025-09-10 17:00
OISF programme in development, but will guarantee something to attract all!

Data and Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure Annual Conference
2025-09-11
This year’s DAFNI (Data and Analytics Facility for National Infrastructure) Annual Conference is being held at The Edge, University of Sheffield, S10 3ED on Thursday 11th September 2025.
The theme of the 2025 conference is ‘Bridging the gap between Academia, Government and Industry.’
Including the sub-themes:
– Climate Resilience
– Security and Trusted Research

ICES 2025 Annual Science Conference
2025-09-15 08:00 - 2025-09-18 17:00
The ASC will feature a dynamic programme, covering key areas of ICES Science, including ecosystem science, human impacts, emerging technologies, and conservation.
Join us for an exciting and inspiring event, shaping the future of marine science and supporting the global community of marine researchers.

Stakeholder Participation: Advance Your Practice or Get Expert Help course
2025-09-23 08:00 - 2025-09-25 17:00
This 3 day course will be delivered on 23-25 September 2025. Location: Howfield Manor, near Canterbury in Kent

Scottish Environment LINK 2026 manifesto launch
2025-09-25 11:30 - 13:00
The 2026 election will be hugely significant for the environment – and it is more important than ever that nature has a strong voice.

Sea Scotland 2025 conference - Ocean Hustings
2025-10-06 | ECCI, High School Yards, Edinburgh, EH1 1LZ, United Kingdom
This autumn 2025 will be Sea Scotland’s first ever Ocean Hustings, which will be an exciting opportunity to discuss with the main Scottish political parties on their ideas and plans to support meaningful progress for our marine environment and coastal communities. YSCS will launch their ‘Youth Manifesto for Scottish Seas’ at this event.

MTS TechSurge: Fisheries & Benthic Monitoring
2025-10-08 08:00 - 2025-10-09 17:00
MTS in partnership with Rhode Island Sea Grant and the University of Rhode Island (URI), and in collaboration with the Responsible Offshore Science Alliance (ROSA) and the Northeast Regional Ocean Council (NROC), invites you to save the date for the Fisheries & Benthic Monitoring TechSurge. Early Bird Registration: Ends August 8, 2025
This focused, two-day TechSurge will convene experts from across sectors to explore advancements in monitoring technologies and practices that support responsible offshore development.

Conserving UK Fish Habitats in a Changing Environment - Institute of Fisheries Management Annual Conference
2025-10-14 00:00 - 2025-10-15 23:59
The conference will feature speakers from the UK, Ireland and beyond for two days of presentations, posters, and networking, including the Annual Dinner & Awards.

Ocean Energy Europe 2025
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-05 17:00
The annual Ocean Energy Europe Conference & Exhibition is the meeting point for the whole ocean energy sector.

Challenge of Science Leadership training course - 11 - 13 November, Edinburgh
2025-11-11 08:00 - 2025-11-13 17:00
The Challenge of Science Leadership training course, custom made for scientists, academics and professionals working in the environment and sustainability sectors, may be for you.

UK Seagrass Symposium 2025
2025-11-11 08:00 - 2025-11-13 17:00
Abstract submissions are now open for presentation sessions and will close on Friday 29th August 2025.

MEDIN Webinar: Archiving and Publishing Marine Biodiversity Data with DASSH: Tools, Standards, and Processes
2025-11-12 14:00 - 15:00
This presentation will explain DASSH’s submission process for marine biodiversity data, from the initial contact with the provider, offering support with data and metadata standardisation, to the final publication of the data following a robust quality assurance process. We will highlight the tools and services we provide, including data validation tools, the DASSH Mapper, the Integrated Publishing Toolkit (IPT) and the MEDIN Metadata Helpdesk and the processes used to publish high-quality data that is findable, openly accessible, interoperable and reusable.

Reef Conservation UK Conference
2025-12-06 08:00 - 17:00
This year we are excited to be taking RCUK on the road again to Bangor University and the Ocean Sciences team who will be hosting this year’s annual meetup. Abstract deadline: 12 Sept.

British Ecological Society 2025 Annual Meeting
2025-12-15 08:00 - 2025-12-18 17:00
In Edinburgh, join ecologists from around the world for Europe’s largest and most welcoming conference dedicated to ecology.

Webinar - From coral skeletons to autonomous sensors: monitoring ocean acidification
2025-12-18 00:30 - 13:30

EERA DeepWind Offshore Wind Research and Innovation Conference
2026-01-14 08:00 - 2026-01-16 17:00
EERA DeepWind Offshore Wind Research and Innovation Conference will be held in Trondheim 14-16 January 2026. Call for abstracts open until 15 October. Emphasis in the programme is on the six R&I priority themes defined by EERA JP Wind.

European Seminar on AI for Sustainability and Climate Change
2026-01-15 | online
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of climate action and sustainable development. From predictive analytics to smart energy systems, AI offers powerful tools to enhance decision-making, optimise resource use, and develop innovative responses to the climate crisis. In Europe, universities play a key role in advancing AI solutions that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contributing to global efforts for a greener and more equitable future.

Oceanology International
2026-03-10 08:00 - 2026-03-12 17:00
Unleash the potential of your ocean endeavours at Oceanology International, the industry’s leading event.

7th World Conference on Marine Biodiversity
2026-11-17 08:00 - 2026-11-20 17:00
The 7th edition of the World Conference on Marine Biodiversity will be held from November 17-20th 2026 (WCMB 2026) in Bruges, Belgium, hosted by the Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ). The conference has been endorsed as a UN Ocean Decade Event. This year, the main theme will be “The marine biodiversity insights we need, for the ocean we want“.
