EuroGOOS is pleased to announce our active participation in the upcoming European Maritime Day (EMD) taking place in Cork, Ireland, from 21–23 May 2025. We will be present with a dedicated stand, organise an official EMD workshop, and co-organise an EMD In My Country event, contributing to key discussions on ocean observation, marine knowledge, and blue economy innovation.
EuroGOOS Workshop: Ocean Observation – Foundation of Marine Knowledge
Date: 23 May 2025
Time: 15:00–16:15
Location: Clayton Hotel, Pegasus 1+2
This official EMD stakeholder workshop will spotlight the vital role of sustained and coordinated ocean observation in generating marine knowledge to support science, policy, innovation, fisheries, and the European Digital Twin Ocean.
With the Oceans Pact placing marine knowledge at the heart of sustainable ocean governance and blue economy growth, our expert panel will highlight how the Ocean Observation Initiative can optimise monitoring efforts and strengthen the entire marine data value chain. The session will feature perspectives from leading European and international networks, showcasing the collective momentum behind this critical initiative.
EMD In My Country event: Coastal Success Through Ocean Knowledge
Date: 20 May 2025
Location: Cobh, County Cork
Held in the historic maritime town of Cobh, this event is co-organised by Cobh and Harbour Chamber, in partnership with Port of Cork, EurOcean, JPI Oceans, EMSEA, and EuroGOOS, as part of the EU4Ocean Coalition and the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership.
The event will convene SMEs, marine experts, educators, and policy-makers to explore how Ocean Literacy can empower businesses to meet sustainability goals such as the European Green Deal, the UN SDGs, and the European Ocean Pact.
Through interactive dialogue, the workshop will:
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Highlight the role of ocean knowledge in sustainable business;
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Share local success stories and best practices;
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Foster collaboration between science, policy, and industry;
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Inform future tools and strategies to embed ocean literacy in business practice.
📌 Registration is open: Click here to register
