Current Press Releases

June 2013

Burrishoole Fishery in Furnace, County Mayo opens 19th June

The Burrishoole Fishery in Furnace, County Mayo, one of Ireland’s premier Lough fisheries for salmon, opens 19th June to 29th September.
Published: 12 Jun 2013
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Irish Tourist Ferry Passenger and Car numbers up

Ferry passenger numbers travelling to and from Ireland increased by 4% during the first quarter of 2013 according to Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO).
Published: 05 Jun 2013
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May 2013

EU, U.S., Canada launch Atlantic Ocean research alliance in Galway

The 'Galway Statement on Atlantic Ocean Cooperation' was signed today at a high level conference at the Irish Marine Institute in Galway.
Published: 24 May 2013
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Irish Shipping volumes up during 1st quarter of 2013

Irish shipping and port activity rose by 2% in the first quarter of 2013 when compared to the corresponding period of 2012.
Published: 23 May 2013
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European Commission adopts Maritime Strategy for the Atlantic

The European Commission has adopted an Action Plan to revitalise the marine and maritime economy in the Atlantic Ocean Area.
Published: 16 May 2013
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April 2013

St. Andrews National Primary School awarded Explorers Education Certificate of Participation

The Marine Institute presents St Andrew’s National Primary school students with Explorers Certificates of Participation at the Sea Life Centre in Bray.
Published: 26 Apr 2013
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The Longest River – An Irish Music and Marine Science event to be held in Brussels

An innovative marine science literacy event aims to highlight the importance of marine science & research.
Published: 24 Apr 2013
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Latest Research on Shellfish Safety Presented at Galway Workshop

The 10th Shellfish Safety Workshop at the Marine Institute was attended by 140 participants.
Published: 24 Apr 2013
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Irish Ports and Shipping volumes see modest uplift in 2012

Latest annual edition of the 10th Annual Irish Maritime Transport Economist published.
Published: 24 Apr 2013
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Marine Institute Win first Choir Factor competition

Congratulations to the Marine Institute Singers for winning the Choir Factor in Galway.
Published: 15 Apr 2013
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March 2013

Marine Institute and Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine to co-fund food research

A call for marine research projects relating to Food Innovation, Food Processing Technologies and Food for Health has been made.
Published: 28 Mar 2013
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Cork Primary School Students recieve Explorers Education Programme Certificates of Participation

The Lifetime Lab and the Marine Institute presented up to one thousand primary school students with the Explorers Certificate of Participation.
Published: 27 Mar 2013
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Cork workshop looks to marine research & innovation to drive EU growth and jobs

The Atlantic Forum taking place at University College Cork on 4th-5th March 2013 will focus on research and innovation.
Published: 04 Mar 2013
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February 2013

10th Shellfish Safety Science Workshop to be held at the Marine Institute

The 10th Shellfish Safety Science Workshop will take place at the Marine Institute, Galway on Thursday 18th April 2013.
Published: 20 Feb 2013
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December 2012

Sustainability of fish stocks continues to improve

Marine Institute CEO, Dr Peter Heffernan presented the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD with The 2012 Stock Book, ahead of the EU Fisheries Council negotiations next week.
Published: 11 Dec 2012
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November 2012

UCC and NUIG students study science at sea onboard RV Celtic Voyager

Students of marine science from NUIG and UCC are designing and delivering their own survey onboard the RV Celtic Voyager.
Published: 20 Nov 2012
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Hard to fish areas of the seabed may act as refuges for endangered skate

Marine scientists working in the Celtic Sea have discovered a natural refuge for the critically endangered flapper skate.
Published: 15 Nov 2012
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Marine Institute CEO appointed to European Research & Innovation Board

Dr. Peter Heffernan, CEO of the Marine Institute, has been appointed to the European Research and Innovation Area Board (ERIAB) .
Published: 14 Nov 2012
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Irish Scientist elected President of International Marine Science Organisation

Dr. Paul Connolly,Director of Fisheries Ecosystems Advisory Services,has been elected as the new President of The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES).
Published: 05 Nov 2012
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October 2012

Irish research into unchartered waters features in National Geographic series

Irish research which led to the discovery of smoking vents on the mid Atlantic Ridge will feature in a National Geographic programme this Sunday, 28 October.
Published: 24 Oct 2012
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September 2012

Thousands Discover Science at Sea2Sky Galway

Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, European Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science, officially opened the event which showcased marine sciene, atmospherics and technology.
Published: 28 Sep 2012
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Irish Students Win EU Contest for Young Scientists

Two Irish students from Synge Street School in Dublin have won joint first prize in the EU Contest for Young Scientists in Bratislava, Slovakia.
Published: 27 Sep 2012
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Galway leads European Researcher’s event in Ireland

Galway will celebrate European Researchers’ Night on Friday 28th September together with 320 cities around Europe.
Published: 14 Sep 2012
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Open call for Science@Sea Training Courses

The Strategic Marine Alliance for Research and Training (SMART) has opened the call for applications for Science@Sea research vessel-based training courses aimed at students of marine-related sciences.
Published: 14 Sep 2012
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August 2012

Exports down as Irish Ports and Shipping volumes fall in 2nd Quarter

The volume of port and shipping traffic through the Republic of Ireland declined in the second quarter of 2012.
Published: 22 Aug 2012
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Latest update on Algal Bloom - August 2012

The most recent satellite imagery and seawater samples analysed by the Marine Institute show the algal bloom of Karenia mikimotoi has begun to subside.
Published: 13 Aug 2012
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July 2012

Taoiseach Launches Plan to Double Ireland's Ocean Wealth

The Taoiseach Enda Kenny, TD, launched a Government plan to double the value of Ireland’s ocean wealth by 2030 and increase the turnover from our ocean economy to exceed €6.4bn by 2020.
Published: 31 Jul 2012
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US Marine Science Experts receive Certificates of Irish Heritage

Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture Food and the Marine presented two Certificates of Irish Heritage to US marine science experts.
Published: 14 Jul 2012
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A Special Recognition of Mr Jim Cooke: “Inspiring Students in Science”

Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, Commissioner for Research Innovation and Science, presented Mr Jim Cooke with a Special Recognition of Achievement on board the RV Celtic Explorer in Dublin.
Published: 14 Jul 2012
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Update on North West Algal Bloom

The bloom that has been affecting areas of the North West from Mayo to Donegal and at lower concentrations down along the rest of the West coast continues to impact on coastal marine life in several areas.
Published: 14 Jul 2012
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The Atlantic - A Shared Resource

European and US Scientists Create Roadmap to Drive the ‘Blue Economy’at ESOF 2012.
Published: 12 Jul 2012
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National Geographic Channel Premiere ‘Alien Deep – It’s Alive’ at ESOF

ALIEN DEEP, the brand new National Geographic Channel series had its world premiere at ESOF 2012.
Published: 12 Jul 2012
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EU Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn launches €8 billion FP7 research call

EU Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn announced an €8 billion package on Wednesday 11th July at the EU Research in Action Exhibition
Published: 11 Jul 2012
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The Longest River - Arts and Marine Science fuse celebrating Ireland’s role in ESOF 2012

An arts and science fusion called “The Longest River” will present the very best in Irish talent at St. Anne’s Church, Dawson Street, Dublin.
Published: 11 Jul 2012
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www.marinejobs.ie launched at Volvo Global Village

More than 80 Irish-based marine jobs and 140 international opportunities available on www.marinejobs.ie
Published: 05 Jul 2012
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Exceptional Algal Bloom detected in North West

Seawater samples submitted to Marine Institute in the past few weeks have shown the presence of a species of Phytoplankton.
Published: 05 Jul 2012
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Wavebob Announced SmartBay Innovator of the Year

Wavebob was recognised as one of Ireland’s leading engineering and research companies today when they were awarded the SmartBay Innovator of the Year Award.
Published: 03 Jul 2012
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Marine Jobs on Offer at the Ocean Wealth Showcase, Volvo Ocean Race Galway

‘Oceans of Opportunity’ a marine careers and training event will feature as part of the Ocean Wealth Showcase at the Volvo Ocean Race Global Village.
Published: 02 Jul 2012
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Conference Looks to Technology to Get More from our Marine Resources

Businesses and researchers developing technology solutions for the marine sectors will have greater opportunities to test their innovations.
Published: 02 Jul 2012
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June 2012

Discovering Ireland's Ocean Wealth

Discover Ireland’s Ocean Wealth at the Volvo Ocean Race Global Village from 30th June - 8th July 2012.
Published: 25 Jun 2012
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May 2012

Shipping Volumes Fall in 1st Quarter

The volume of shipping and port traffic through the Republic of Ireland declined in the first quarter of 2012 says IMDO at the Euroean Short Sea Shipping Conference,Dubin.
Published: 24 May 2012
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April 2012

Ireland and UK Sign Marine Research Agreement

Dr Peter Heffernan CEO, Marine Institute, and Prof Ian Wright, Deputy Director, Science and Technology, National Oceanography Centre (UK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to-day.
Published: 24 Apr 2012
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Irish Ports see pace of volume growth levels off

Volume recovery that began in 2010 for the Irish Ports and Shipping sector slowed last year in 2011.
Published: 19 Apr 2012
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Ireland and China to Cooperate on Fisheries Science and Technology

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed at the Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing during a trade visit to China.
Published: 18 Apr 2012
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Chinese and Irish collaboration research novel marine algae at the Marine Institute

Professor Cheng-Qi Fan from Shanghai completes an internship at the Marine Institute in Galway.
Published: 18 Apr 2012
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Scientists Explore Whittard Canyons

A team of Scientists led by Dr. Louise Allcock, NUI Galway set sail onboard the RV Celtic Explorer to investigate biodiversity on the Whittard Canyon System.
Published: 13 Apr 2012
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Conference to Highlight Potential for Marine Functional Food

A conference on the potential of marine resources, including seaweeds, microalgae and marine processing by-products, as a source of functional food ingredients takes place in Dublin later this month.
Published: 13 Apr 2012
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Celtic Sea herring fleet achieves sustainable certification

Stock rebuilding and management programme helps herring fishery win MSC certificate
Published: 04 Apr 2012
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March 2012

Ireland Showcases Marine Technology at Oceanology International Exhibition

World class dive lights for subsea robotic vehicles, gaming software for subsea training and next generation ocean monitoring technologies are among the displays on Ireland’s stand at Oceanology International.
Published: 13 Mar 2012
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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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