The worldwide need for more ocean science research is critical. Responding to the impacts of climate change and developing sustainable ocean use policies depend on a science-based understanding of our oceans.

But the ongoing challenge for scientists of finding access to ships, laboratories and operational support seriously limits global research at sea.

By chartering existing commercial resources, Global Oceans is expanding the scope and extending the reach of ocean research capabilities.

Research Platforms

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The key to the Global Oceans operational model is the use of existing commercial vessels with a configuration that allows conversion to a science platform with containerized labs. Offshore service vessels used by the oil and gas industry meet this … Read More

SUBMERSIBLE OPERATIONS

Sub Panel B

Global Oceans has partnered with Triton Submarines in Vero Beach, Florida to provide access to the Triton 3300/3 three-person submersible for global science work. The 3300/3 has a working depth rating of 3,300 feet and is a state-of-the art vessel. … Read More

Expedition Structure

Ocean Sciences Community

As a set of operating capabilities Global Oceans provides an adaptive and expandable platform for conducting more ocean research. Our objectives however go beyond operational execution and extend to promoting and facilitating research in specific … Read More