The initiative aims to strengthen European coordination in ocean observation, improve access to reliable marine data, and position the EU as a global leader in ocean knowledge and related technologies,
The call aims to develop innovative solutions to common challenges faced by EU Member States in the Atlantic and Black Sea , with proposals due by 15 April 2026 .
The treaty establishes a global framework to protect biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, which cover nearly two-thirds of the world’s oceans.
The contract will support the implementation of EU sea basin strategies in the Atlantic Ocean, Black Sea, Western Mediterranean and North Sea, providing tailored technical assistance to the European Commission, Member States and partner countries.
Seascape Belgium has launched a survey inviting the eDNA community—from sampling to publishing—to provide feedback on proposed recommendations for a more harmonised aquatic eDNA data ecosystem. The results will contribute to the eDNAqua-Plan Technical Blueprint and Roadmap , supporting the development of FAIR and interoperable eDNA data practices.
The European Ocean Act aims to strengthen and modernise maritime spatial planning as a strategic tool that serves and implements the European Ocean Pact’s priorities.
The feedback will support the preparation of a Joint Communication expected in Q3 2026, ensuring the policy remains fit to address evolving climatic, environmental and geopolitical challenges in the Arctic.
The survey is part of the EU-funded ENFORCE initiative, which aims to enhance environmental compliance by integrating citizen science and innovative technologies into regulatory processes.
The MonGOOS community invites abstract submissions to Session OS2.5 at EGU 2026 , dedicated to advances in understanding the Mediterranean, Marmara, and Black Seas.
The Commission has launched a public consultation and Call for Evidence on the upcoming revision of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive . Following the publication of an evaluation earlier this year, the Commission is now seeking to gather views and expertise from a wide range of stakeholders and the broader public on the revision of the Directive.
As 2025 comes to a close, EuroGOOS reflects on a year of strong progress in European operational oceanography, marked by active policy engagement, strengthened coordination, and important governance developments. Across its Members, ROOS networks, Working Groups, and European projects, EuroGOOS continued to reinforce Europe’s ocean observing capacity and its contribution to global ocean knowledge.
The Open Call identifies and supports a high potential cohort of projects to receive comprehensive support spanning design, implementation and impact over 12-24 months.
