Current Press Releases

February 2012

Marine Institute receives Platinum Excellence Through People Award

The Marine Institute received the highest level for Excellence Through People award.
Published: 03 Feb 2012
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Coveney opens public consultation process on how to harness Ireland's Ocean Wealth

Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, launches public consultation process on Ireland’s vast marine resource.
Published: 02 Feb 2012
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January 2012

M3 Weather Buoy Grounded in Devon

The M3 Weather buoy has run aground on Woolacombe beach Devon, having lost communication with the weather buoy network after being torn from its mooring during severe weather conditions during December
Published: 03 Jan 2012
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November 2011

Minister Coveney Launches New Fish Farm Health Plan

Fish Health the Cornerstone of Irish Aquaculture
Published: 29 Nov 2011
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Irish Port and Shipping volumes continue slowdown in 3rd quarter

Latest Irish Maritime Development Office Figures Released
Published: 24 Nov 2011
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Minister Coveney Presented with Latest Scientific Advice on the Fisheries Resource

2011 Stock Book Values Irish Fish Stocks at €1.04 billion
Published: 23 Nov 2011
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New Marine Maps Unlock Ireland's Underwater Economic Potential

Key Insights into Ireland's Marine History and Future Prospects Revealed
Published: 16 Nov 2011
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October 2011

Sunken Guinness Ship Revealed

Minister views detailed seabed images
Published: 11 Oct 2011
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Taoiseach Announces 92 Jobs in the Marine Sector

An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny T.D. visits the R.V. Celtic Explorer in Dublin
Published: 06 Oct 2011
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September 2011

Historic Visit of Two EU Commissioners to Marine Institute in Galway

EU Commissioners Visit Home of Key 2004 Marine Science Declaration
Published: 23 Sep 2011
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August 2011

Irish Port and Shipping Volumes Indicate Slowdown in Second Quarter

Latest Port Traffic Data Released by IMDO
Published: 25 Aug 2011
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Major Discovery on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge

New Life Forms Filmed for Upcoming National Geographic Channel Series
Published: 04 Aug 2011
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July 2011

Life in ‘Inner Space’

Joint Mission to Film Marine Life at 3 Kilometres Depth
Published: 13 Jul 2011
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Second SmartOcean Conference

SmartOcean Workshop Explores Business Opportunities for Ireland
Published: 07 Jul 2011
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June 2011

New Partnership to Pioneer Future Internet Services for the Marine Sector

Unique Memorandum of Understanding signed between Marine Institute and Intune Networks
Published: 02 Jun 2011
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May 2011

Irish Port and Shipping volumes up in first quarter 2011

According to latest figures from the Irish Maritime Development Office
Published: 20 May 2011
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Marine Institute CEO welcomes EurOCEAN 2010 report

Call for "Seas and Oceans" to be recognised as a grand challenge for 21st century Europe.
Published: 13 May 2011
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Jobs Rise in Irish International Shipping Services Industry

According to new report from IMDO
Published: 05 May 2011
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April 2011

Irish Ports See Volume Growth in 2010

with Slower Recovery Forecast for 2011
Published: 14 Apr 2011
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March 2011

New MESTECH Research Centre Opens at Dublin City University

Marine Sector Offers “Significant Potential to Assist National Recovery” says Marine Institute
Published: 31 Mar 2011
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State Visit to Ireland by His Serene Highness, Prince Albert II of Monaco

Royal couple to visit the Marine Institute.
Published: 30 Mar 2011
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The Marine Institute welcomes the appointment of Mr Simon Coveney TD as Minister for Agriculture, Marine and Food

Mr Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture, Marine and Food visits the RV Celtic Explorer in Cork.
Published: 11 Mar 2011
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February 2011

Marine Institute and Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology form new strategic alliance

Partnership aims to boost marine research capabilities
Published: 07 Feb 2011
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January 2011

Ireland set to lead Europe in research vessel productivity

Over six hundred days at sea planned for 2011
Published: 27 Jan 2011
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President McAleese visits the Marine Institute

"Ocean resources will be a key part of Ireland's future economic story," says President.
Published: 11 Jan 2011
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December 2010

Minister Connick Presented with Latest Scientific Advice on the Fisheries Resource

2010 "Stock Book" Values Irish Fish Stocks at €1.2 billion
Published: 07 Dec 2010
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November 2010

Minister Connick visits Marine Institute facility at Newport, Co. Mayo

RESCALE Project Charts the Course of Climate Change on Western Rivers.
Published: 29 Nov 2010
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Irish Export Shipping Volumes Rise in Third Quarter

Irish Maritime Development Office Release Third Quarter Shipping and Ports Traffic Report
Published: 25 Nov 2010
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Marine Institute funded Technology Projects at Dublin City University

Hi-Tech Marine Sensing Systems Offer New Opportunities for Ireland
Published: 18 Nov 2010
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Intel Launches SmartBay Wireless Communications Test-bed Infrastructure

Intel and the Marine Institute Invest in Innovation
Published: 17 Nov 2010
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Bringing the Ocean to the Classroom

“Explorers” Primary School Marine Education Programme Launches on the East Coast
Published: 12 Nov 2010
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European Shark Experts Gather in Galway

International Shark Conference a First for Ireland
Published: 05 Nov 2010
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Irish Underwater Atlas Launched at Geoscience Event

Stunning Underwater Landscapes Revealed
Published: 03 Nov 2010
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October 2010

The Secret Life of Ireland’s Smooth-Hound Sharks

Four Years of Research Reveals Unique opportunity to Conserve Shark Species
Published: 12 Oct 2010
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Newfoundland and Ireland’s Marine Institutes sign Charter agreements aboard the RV Celtic Explorer

Charter agreements are signed aboard the RV Celtic Explorer in Galway.
Published: 11 Oct 2010
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Smith and Connick Sign Accord with Newfoundland on Marine Research

Ireland’s Research Vessel Celtic Explorer to undertake surveys for Newfoundland
Published: 08 Oct 2010
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New Climate Model Predicts Major Changes in River Flow and Water Temperature

Brendan Smith TD, Minister for Agriculture Fisheries and Food launches the publication of the final report on the RESCALE project at the Marine Institute in Newport, Co. Mayo.
Published: 04 Oct 2010
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September 2010

Irish Marine Science Projects Net over €23 million from European FP7 Programme

Announcement of over €23 million in European funding for Irish marine research groups, including ocean energy, sustainable fisheries, biotechnology and marine environmental monitoring.
Published: 15 Sep 2010
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Ahoy there… Science@Sea ship-based training now available for graduates

Undergraduate and postgraduate students should apply for the Science@Sea ship-based training courses now.
Published: 07 Sep 2010
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August 2010

Irish Shipping Trade Volumes Return to Growth

Shipping volumes on key corridors have stabilised with a largely positive underlying trend
Published: 25 Aug 2010
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European Students Take to the High Seas

Marine Institute/EUROFLEETS project offers unique opportunity to sample science at sea
Published: 25 Aug 2010
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Fishers and Scientists Gather in Galway for Unique Conference on Fish Stocks

Former Obama Advisor sees a "Rebirth" in the Use of Industry Information to Guide Scientists.
Published: 24 Aug 2010
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Ireland Leads the Way with Innovative Seaweed Research Project

Trial hatchery and ongrowing methods for a number of seaweed species being developed.
Published: 09 Aug 2010
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July 2010

Minister Connick Visits Sea Change-Funded Cod Farming Project

Significant opportunities for cod farming in the west of Ireland - Minister told.
Published: 27 Jul 2010
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EU Commission Launches €6.4 billion for Smart Growth and Jobs

Europe's biggest ever investment in research and innovation.
Published: 23 Jul 2010
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SmartBay Consortium Awarded €3.823 Million

National Shared Marine Research, Test and Demonstration Platform to facilitate the commercial development of cutting-edge technologies.
Published: 21 Jul 2010
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Marine Institute Summer Fête raises over 5,500 euro for Galway Lifeboat

The Marine Institute raised over €5,500 recently (11th July 2010) in aid of Galway Lifeboat (RNLI) at its Summer Fête in Rinville, Oranmore.
Published: 15 Jul 2010
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Robot Submarine Used in Joint Exercise

ROV Holland 1 used in Joint Navy / Coast Guard / Marine Institute / Lighthouse Service Exercise off the Cork Coast.
Published: 11 Jul 2010
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Marine Institute opens its doors for the public in Aid of Galway Lifeboat

The Marine Institute is having a Summer Fête – Family Fun Pirate Day at its headquarters, Rinville, Oranmore on Sunday 11th July from 1.00 pm in aid of Galway Lifeboat.
Published: 02 Jul 2010
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June 2010

European Shipping Congress 2010 in Dublin Castle

Competitive Recovery the only way forward for Europe - say Irish export firms
Published: 29 Jun 2010
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Minister Connick Launches Two Major Marine Climate Change Reports

Warm Water Species on the Increase Around Ireland's Coasts
Published: 28 Jun 2010
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May 2010

Harnessing Ireland’s Potential as a European and Global Centre for Ocean Technology

Marine Institute Workshop looks to a Smart Economy of the Seas
Published: 26 May 2010
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A Big splash of Activities organised for World Oceans Day

The Marine Institute and Galway Atlantaquaria are delighted to see the exciting line up of events for World Ocean's Day.
Published: 24 May 2010
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European Maritime Day 2010

Minister Dempsey Announces National Schools "Follow the Fleet" Competition Winners
Published: 20 May 2010
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April 2010

300% increase in the demand for ferry travel during aviation crisis

An estimated 62,000 additional ferry passengers were carried through Irish ports over the first six days of the aviation crisis
Published: 22 Apr 2010
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Irish Ports and Shipping Sector Begins Recovery from Record Fall in Volumes During 2009

The Irish ports and shipping sectors began to show positive signs of recovery towards the last quarter of 2009.
Published: 20 Apr 2010
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Month of Marine Madness - Calendar of Events launched in Galway

The calendar of events for Galway’s forthcoming Month of Marine Madness during May has been launched.
Published: 19 Apr 2010
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Historic Schools Atlas Launched at INTO Conference in Galway

The Folens/Phillips New Irish Primary Atlas features Ireland’s Seabed Territory
Published: 07 Apr 2010
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March 2010

US and UK Ambassadors Visit the Marine Institute

The Marine Institute headquarters and laboratory facility at Oranmore, Co. Galway was honoured by a visit by both the US and UK Ambassadors to Ireland, The Honorable Mr. Daniel M. Rooney and His Excellency Julian King.
Published: 25 Mar 2010
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Oceanology 2010 Features Irish Marine Innovations

Ocean monitoring networks, hi-tech research vessels, and weather forecasting systems feature on Ireland’s stand
Published: 10 Mar 2010
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February 2010

Minister Killeen Launches Review of Irish Shellfish Fisheries

Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Mr. Tony Killeen T.D. launches a special “Review of Irish Shellfisheries” at the Irish Skipper Expo 2010 in Galway.
Published: 26 Feb 2010
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Science@Sea Sets Sail Again

Science@Sea ship-based training courses returns in early April on board the national research vessel Celtic Voyager.
Published: 16 Feb 2010
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Beaufort Workshop Unveils New Ways of Monitoring the Aquatic Environment

Remote sensors for pollution, pathogens and toxic plankton blooms under development at Dublin City University.
Published: 12 Feb 2010
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January 2010

Follow The Fleet Competition Deadline Extended

Closing Date for Follow the Fleet Competition Now 5TH FEBRUARY 2010
Published: 18 Jan 2010
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New Atlas on Marine Fisheries Available for Free Download

Marine Institute launches new data resource on Irish fishing activity
Published: 18 Jan 2010
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December 2009

Irish Scientist Elected to Key International Position

Dr Paul Connolly of the Marine Institute's Fisheries Science Services Team is the new First Vice President of ICES
Published: 01 Dec 2009
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November 2009

Climate Change, Plankton and Pollution

International expert to give free public talk at the Marine Institute on results of continuous plankton monitoring over the last 80 years in the oceans.
Published: 11 Nov 2009
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New Marine Research Vessel Network for Europe

EUROFLEETS project aims to co-ordinate the use or research vessels and equipment right across Europe.
Published: 02 Nov 2009
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October 2009

New Follow the Fleet Essay Competition Launched

Win laptops, video cameras and a trip to the National Maritime College of Cork in the new "Follow the Fleet" maritime essay competition
Published: 22 Oct 2009
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Marine research is our key to worldwide multi-billion super-food market

Nutrama marine functional foods project discusses new results
Published: 14 Oct 2009
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Salmon as Indicators of Climate Change

"Studies of salmon migrations offer new key to climate change patterns," says leading marine scientist.
Published: 08 Oct 2009
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Seaweed Super Food Flavourings in Development in Cork

Marine NDP-funded project shows great commercial promise
Published: 05 Oct 2009
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"Seabed 10" Conference Explores the Riches of the Irish Underwater Territory

State's Seabed Mapping Programme to generate benefits valued at €275 million
Published: 02 Oct 2009
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September 2009

Minister Sargent Launches Organic Food Pilot Scheme

Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Trevor Sargent TD has launched a new initiative to introduce the promotion of organic food through the public procurement process at the Marine Institute.
Published: 15 Sep 2009
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Irish Marine Research Awards increase to over €11 Million through FP7

EU Director General for Research, Mr José Manuel Silva Rodríguez visited the Marine Institute to promote the launch of the 4th set of calls for proposals for the EU’s 7th Framework Research Programme.
Published: 07 Sep 2009
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August 2009

Shipping Data Indicates Signs of Traffic Recovery

IMDO's latest analysis of 2009 shipping traffic data indicates that the rate of decline of shipping traffic has eased.
Published: 19 Aug 2009
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May 2009

Ireland's Smartest Bay Welcomes Volvo Ocean Racers

SMART technology platform provides real-time ocean information for Galway Bay
Published: 29 May 2009
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Naval Service and Marine Institute Sign new Service Level Agreement

Scientists and sailors join forces to promote understanding of the oceans
Published: 20 May 2009
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April 2009

Marine Students take to the Seas in Cork Harbour

Twelve students attending third-level institutes across Ireland, experienced life as a marine scientist onboard the national Research Vessel Celtic Voyager in Cork harbour as part of the Marine Institute’s Science@Sea training programme.
Published: 20 Apr 2009
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March 2009

Shipping Industry Corrects for Economic Downturn

Shipping Volumes Returned to 2005 Levels in the Second Half of Last Year
Published: 31 Mar 2009
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February 2009

Wide Range of Marine Data Now Available to the Public Online

The Marine Institute, GSI and Partners Lead Award-Winning Data Portal Project
Published: 26 Feb 2009
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December 2008

Information on fish stocks in Irish waters published

Marine Institute publishes information on the state of fish stocks in Irish waters for 2008 with management advice for 2009.
Published: 05 Dec 2008
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November 2008

Ireland Offers Stable Base for Shipping Investment – Forum Told

Prestigious Marine Money Forum meets again in Dublin
Published: 11 Nov 2008
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Marine weather buoy network upgrade begins

An upgrade has begun on the Irish Weather Buoy Network to provide increased forecast information and maritime safety
Published: 06 Nov 2008
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September 2008

EU FP7 Environment Programme announces call for proposals

The EU FP7 Environment Programme today (3rd September 2008) launched its 3rd call for proposals which includes many opportunities for funding collaborative marine research.
Published: 04 Sep 2008
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Apply now for ship based training opportunities on board the national research vessels

Ship based training opportunities available for undergraduate, postgraduate and transition year students on the national research vessels.
Published: 03 Sep 2008
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Call for ship time onboard research vessels open

The Marine Institute is now accepting applications for ship-time on board the two national research vessels, RV Celtic Voyager and RV Celtic Explorer for the 2009 survey season.
Published: 02 Sep 2008
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August 2008

Head of Marine Board-ESF visits Marine Institute

Dr Niamh Connolly, Executive Secretary of the Marine Board-European Science Foundation, visited the Marine Institute on Friday 15th August where she gave a lecture on “The Marine Board and its role in shaping European Marine Science Policy”.
Published: 19 Aug 2008
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Research breeds new life into lobster stocks

An EU project organised between Ireland, Spain and Norway may have found a way to secure the future of lobster stocks in European waters.
Published: 05 Aug 2008
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July 2008

US Ambassador visits Marine Institute

US Ambassador Mr. Tom C. Foley visited the Marine Institute headquarters in Oranmore, Galway, for a joint workshop on Ocean Energy.
Published: 18 Jul 2008
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June 2008

New Marine Mapping Website Launched

www.infomar.ie will provide detailed picture of Irish seabed
Published: 16 Jun 2008
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New IBM Water Management Centre opened today (16th June) in Dublin

IBM's New Water Management Centre Supports SmartBay System
Published: 16 Jun 2008
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Marine Weather Buoy M5 is now back on station

Marine Weather Buoy M5 is now back on station off the coast of Wexford.
Published: 04 Jun 2008
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May 2008

World Ocean Day 8th June 2008 in Salthill Galway

Galway Atlantaquaria in conjunction with the Marine Institute and Failte Ireland/West will host the biggest World Ocean Day celebrations to date with family funday of activities in Salthill, Galway on Sunday 8th June 2008.
Published: 29 May 2008
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Why are Salmon Dying at Sea?

A unique international scientific mission, to investigate the increasing mortality of salmon at sea, sails today (Friday 16th May) from the port of Killybegs aboard the Marine Institute’s research vessel RV Celtic Explorer.
Published: 15 May 2008
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Bjorn the Polar Bear heading for Galway

Bjorn the Polar Bear is making his way from the Arctic to Galway Atlantaquaria in Salthill to celebrate World Oceans Day on Sunday 8th June 2008
Published: 09 May 2008
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Marine Science is the Key to Understanding Climate Change

Members of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Change & Energy Security visited Galway today (8th May) for detailed briefings on the Marine Institute’s programme to understand the key drivers of climate change in Ireland by studying forces at work in the Atlantic Ocean.
Published: 08 May 2008
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April 2008

Ocean Information Only a Mouse-Click Away

Easy and immediate access to a wide range of ocean data, including wave and tide heights, is now available through IMOS – the Integrated Marine Observations page of the Marine Institute website
Published: 17 Apr 2008
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