Seabed 2030 will host two dedicated workshop sessions at Oceanology International 2026.
Taking place in the South Gallery, Room 13, participants are welcome to attend either session independently.
Morning Session | 10:00–12:30
Contributing to global seabed mapping
This session will highlight how Seabed 2030 partners and collaborators have contributed to increasing the proportion of the ocean mapped from 6% in 2017 to 27.3% today.
Speakers from Seabed 2030’s global partner network across industry, intergovernmental organisations, academia and mission-driven commercial operators will share practical perspectives on:
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Data contribution and integration
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Cross-border cooperation and data sharing
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Corporate engagement through the Ocean Decade
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Crowdsourcing and citizen science
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The role of autonomous systems in expanding ocean mapping coverage
Afternoon Session | 14:00–16:30
Technologies enabling faster, more accurate seabed mapping
The afternoon session will bring together a panel of experts representing leading organisations across ocean technology, marine autonomy, subsea infrastructure, data management and training.
Discussion will focus on:
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Emerging and state-of-the-art mapping technologies
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Autonomous and uncrewed platforms
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Data platforms and interoperability
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Training the next generation of ocean professionals
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The role of ocean mapping in sustained ocean observing
The session will begin with introductory remarks from our Head of Partnerships Stephen Hall, followed by panel insights and moderated discussion.