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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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23 March 2026

Maritime Safety Regulation: a long history of improving safety

An event by IMarEST's History Society.

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23 March 2026

Is slow steaming the answer to global shipping emissions?

An event by the IMarEST & RINA Isle of Man Joint Branch.

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25 March 2026

Technical Presentation and Professional Registration Workshop

An event by IMarEST & RINA Aberdeen Maritime Joint Branch.

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25 March 2026

2026 Houston Branch AGM Lecture: What Strategy Is, What It Isn't, and Why It’s Your Most Powerful “Main Engine"

An event by the Houston (US Gulf Coast) Branch.

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