DITTO Summit 2026 - Building Ocean Intelligence Together
Date: 11 November 2026 - 13 June 2026
Type: In-Person
The DITTO Summit 2026 is the flagship international summit of the Digital Twins of the Ocean (DITTO) programme under the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
The Summit will bring together experts from academia, industry, government, and international organisations to advance the development and deployment of operational digital twins that support ocean protection, climate resilience, sustainable development, and blue economy innovation.
Summit Focus
DITTO Summit 2026 will explore operational, interoperable, and user-driven digital twins that integrate:
- Real-time observations, sensing, and monitoring systems
- Advanced modelling, simulation, and predictive analytics
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Cloud, edge, and high-performance computing infrastructures
- Open architectures and interoperability standards
- Cross-sector applications supporting sustainability and resilience
Key Themes
- Data, Observation & Modelling
- Platforms, Digital Infrastructure & Interoperability
- AI, Automation & Optimisation
- Cross-Sector Applications & Solutions
- Operational Systems & Industrial Deployment
- Integrated Earth-to-Society Systems
Programme Highlights
- International keynote presentations
- Scientific and technical sessions
- Industry and innovation showcases
- Hands-on workshops and training activities
- Policy dialogue and stakeholder engagement
- Networking and collaboration opportunities
Pre- and Post-Summit Activities
Pre-Summit Training (9–10 November 2026)
Training on digital twin architectures, AI/ML applications, interoperability standards, and cloud/HPC workflows.
Hackathon & Innovation Sprint (during the Summit)
Collaborative challenges addressing marine heatwaves, extreme events, and blue economy applications.
Post-Summit Labs (14–17 November 2026)
Advanced training, co-design workshops, and collaborative project development activities.
Important Dates
- Abstract submission opens: 5 June 2026
- Abstract submission deadline: 20 July 2026
- Early-bird registration: 30 July - 31 August 2026
- Programme announcement: 25 August 2026