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Operational Oceanography

  • Overview

Operational Oceanography (OO) provides systematic and sustained observations, predictions and analyses for many ocean user applications. These include the blue economy, science, governance and public good. 

As a member of this group, you will have the opportunity to work with others to actively supports Operational Oceanography through participation in a wide range of relevant national and international initiatives. 

The group promotes engagement between users and suppliers of oceanographic products and services. It encourages the exchange of knowledge between different disciplines, which plays a key role in the energy transition. 

The group supports academic outreach and early career development to help ensure the next generation of oceanographers are fully “operational” when entering the workplace. 

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

 

      

SIG officers

Dr Edward Steele

Chair

Professor Ralph Rayner CSci CMarSci FIMarEST

Chair

Upcoming events

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Free
27 May 2026

Subsea Processing, an Insight-Driven Digital Solutions Approach to Deepwater Field Developments

A webinar by the Offshore oil and gas SIG

SIG event Online
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External
28 May 2026

Designing the most capable Foundation Installation Vessel in the world

A joint event by IMarEST's BeNeLux branch and KIVI Engineering Society.

Branch event Delft
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28 May 2026

The K Class Submarines - aka the Kalamity Class and the Suicide Club

5th Annual Joint Lecture with the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers, RINA & IMarEST.

Branch event Newcastle upon Tyne
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External
30 May 2026

TSI Clay Shooting

An event by the Cyprus branch sponsored by Turbo Service International.

Branch event Cyprus
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