Marine Institute

Foras na Mara

We are the state agency responsible for marine research, technology development and innovation in Ireland.

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We provide scientific and technical advice to the government to inform policy and support the sustainable development of Ireland's marine resources.

Atlantic Summit Galway 2026

The Atlantic Summit will contribute to key priorities under the EU Ocean Pact
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Annual Impact Report 2025

Explore Marine Institute Annual Impact Report 2025
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Oceans of Careers

Celebrate Science Week with 'Oceans of Careers' video series.
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Marine Institute Corporate Strategy 2023 - 2027

Ocean Knowledge that Informs and Inspires
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Irish Ocean Climate and Ecosystem Report 2023

#ClimateReportIE
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QUICK LINKS

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Real Time Observations

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Marine Forecasts

HABs Shellfish Monitoring

HABs Shellfish Monitoring

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Marine Data Centre

AREAS OF ACTIVITY

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The Marine Institute’s primary role is to undertake and co-ordinate marine research and development.

We also provide a number of services to promote economic development and create employment around the marine environment.

Find out more about any of primary areas of activity below:

NEWS & EVENTS

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Éire le Cruinniú Mullaigh an Atlantaigh 2026 a óstáil i nGaillimh le linn Uachtaránacht ar an AE

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Ireland to Host Atlantic Summit Galway 2026 During EU Presidency

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Explorers stats show increase in children's ocean literacy knowledge

Explorers Education Programme Reveals Massive Surge in Ocean Literacy in 2025

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister of State Timmy Dooley, CEO of the Marine Institute Rick Officer and Chair of the Marine Institute board Martin Sisk on the background of the RV Tom Crean.

Government leaders visit RV Tom Crean to mark major INFOMAR investment and strengthen evidence-based marine policy

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... Newport Catchment Facilities

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... Research Vessels

... Laboratory & Building Facilities

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... Marine Renewable Energy

RESEARCH, FUNDING & PUBLICATIONS

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RESEARCH

Information on Ireland's Marine Research & Innovation Strategy 2017-2021

FUNDING

View all the latest research funding opportunities in the Irish marine sector

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PUBLICATIONS

View corporate and scientific reports, peer reviewed articles and conference papers

Working With Us

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Find out more about opportunities to work with the Marine Institute.
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