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Ocean Governance

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From geopolitics, ocean pollution to seabed resource extraction, ocean governance is becoming ever more complex. There are a multitude of legislative policies and drivers which vary from country to country and region to region in their interpretation and implementation, leading to significant transboundary issues. 

This group brings together expertise to raise awareness and encourage the development of practical solutions to facilitate and assist improvements in sustainable development of the oceans. The group assesses whether legislation is fit for purpose, and where there is scope for improvement, offers impartial, technically informed advice for bringing this about, driving engagement between regulators, policymakers, academics, and regulatory scientists. 

If you are interested in joining the group, sign into the MyIMarEST member portal and select the group from the list.

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29 Jan 2024

WEBINAR: Can We Attain the UN Sustainable Development Goals? Can Good Governance Help?

A webinar from the Ocean Governance SIG.

IMarEST TV
05 Dec 2023

Careers in Ocean Governance

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Upcoming events

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9 July 2025

Transforming Oil & Gas Operations: Using AI to Drive Operational Excellence

An event by the IMarEST's Gulf Coast (Houston) Branch.

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Free
24 July 2025

Real Talk: Early Careers in Marine Mammal Science

A webinar by the Marine Mammals SIG

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25 July 2025

The Fuel Transition: Decarbonisation, Biofuels & Industry Networking

An event by the IMarEST & RINA Singapore Joint Branch

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2 – 5 September 2025

SPE Offshore Europe

SPE Offshore Europe Conference and Exhibition

IMarEST Supported Event Aberdeen
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