The European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) invites the marine community to the 4th edition of the EMODnet Open Conference, taking place during Marine Knowledge Week. This flagship event will spotlight EMODnet’s pivotal role in shaping the EU’s marine data landscape and supporting a competitive, green, and restorative Blue Economy.
Why Attend?
The conference will:
Showcase EMODnet’s contributions to EU policy implementation, including the Marine Strategy Framework Directive and Maritime Spatial Planning Directive
Present the launch of EMODnet Vision 2035, a community-driven roadmap for the next decade
Explore EMODnet’s role in the European Digital Twin Ocean, and its integration into global initiatives like Seabed 2030, OBIS, and the UN Ocean Decade’s ODIS
A Timely Gathering
With 2025 marking the mid-point of major EU and global frameworks — including the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters, EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030, and the UN 2030 Agenda — the conference will reflect on EMODnet’s impact and future contributions.
Looking Ahead
Participants will engage in discussions on:
The European Ocean Pact
The upcoming EU Observation Initiative
The Nature Restoration Law
Ocean governance and Marine Biodiversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)
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Registration are now open - here.