CIESM contributes to high-level discussions on Space Data for Marine Research and Ocean Conservation
CIESM participated in a recent expert meeting on the use of space-based data to support marine research and ocean conservation efforts. The event brought together representatives from scientific institutions, space agencies and international organizations to reflect on the current progress and future potential of satellite technologies for ocean monitoring.
Representing the Commission, Prof. Laura Giuliano, CIESM Director General, highlighted the essential contribution of satellite observations in scaling up ocean data collection, optimizing ecosystem-based approaches, and improving environmental assessments. Echoing previous remarks from the IOC, she also stressed the continued need for in-situ measurements to ensure proper calibration and validation of satellite data.
Prof. Giuliano further addressed the importance of communication technologies, particularly satellite IoT and GPS tools for species tracking, as well as the pressing need for legal standards to ensure the admissibility of digital data in combating illegal activities at sea — including the release of hazardous materials and unregulated fishing.
The event also served as an opportunity to present CIESM’s 3D ocean data visual interface, which received strong interest and was acknowledged by satellite experts as an innovative and valuable contribution to the marine data landscape.
CIESM looks forward to following future advances in deep-sea satellite observation, especially in relation to coastal risk assessment, environmental protection, and ocean circulation modelling.
