EU Funded Research
The Marine Research Infrastructures Team are involved as work package and task leader in a number of Horizon Europe and Interreg funded projects. These projects aim to strengthen coordination and collaboration between European Research Infrastructures (RIs). The projects involve a range of activity and topics relevant to the Marine Research Infrastructures Team.
AMRIT - This Horizon Europe project will provide a catalyst for the development and consolidation of marine research infrastructures throughout Europe including coordination of planning, operations and data management. The project will contribute significantly to the development of the European Ocean Observing System (EOOS).
For further information see www.amritproject.eu
ANERIS - Funded under Horizon Europe, ANERIS introduces the concept of Operational Marine Biology (OMB) aiming to tackle the rapid loss of ocean biodiversity by developing innovative tools and technology for monitoring, research and management of marine life. The SmartBay Observatory is hosting two phytoplankton monitoring sensors and camera system for ANERIS.
For further information see www.aneris.eu
AoffTech's transnational challenge is to contribute to decarbonisation, mitigate climate change and the EU's energy independence through floating offshore wind energy, a strategic technology for the Atlantic Area. The overall objective is to boost the industry's value chain and accelerate the deployment of floating offshore wind through public-private collaboration. The main results include connecting and disseminating the technological developments of the offshore experimental platforms, a cross-border Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) approach to deployment, the development of a shared strategy for the Atlantic Area on floating offshore wind and facilitating contact with the network of blue academies. The project adopts a balanced approach that harmonises the advancement of technocentric, ecocentric and anthropocentric perspectives, for which transnational cooperation is required. The AoffTech project is supported by the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme 2021–2027 and co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
For further information see https://aofftech.eu/
AWASDI will adopt a systemic design approach to ensure that wave energy solutions are not only technically feasible but also commercially viable, socially inclusive and environmentally friendly, according to the unique characteristics of the most promising Atlantic sites. The project will deliver advanced sustainable design and holistic assessment tools, wave energy technology-/site-specific exploitation strategies, comprehensive and coordinated policy recommendations, and a joint Wave Energy Deployment Roadmap to accelerate the buildup of a cohesive and scalable market across the Atlantic regions. The AWASDI project is supported by the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme 2021–2027 and co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
For further information see https://awesdi.webs.uvigo.es/
Digi4Eco - will harness the power of digital innovations to advance both environmental monitoring and conservation of marine ecosystems as well as the management of connected socio-economical activities.
For further information see www.digi4eco.eu
GEORGE (Horizon Europe) aims to develop an innovative multi-platform observing system for in situ marine CO2 fluxes, combining autonomous sensors and artificial intelligence, enhancing both our understanding of the ocean carbon system and our ability to predict the impact of ocean acidification.
For further information see www.george-project.eu
SHINES – Turning tidal and rivers into tomorrow’s energy.
SHINES (Showcasing Hydrokinetic Energy Innovations for Northwest European Energy Sovereignty) focuses on a powerful yet untapped natural force: tidal and river currents. This ambitious project brings together 14 partners from 6 countries to test three innovative technologies in real-world conditions: RivGen, Hydro Wing, and TidalKite. Beyond demonstration, it will identify and de-risk promising sites in partner countries, working with local stakeholders to pave the way for the large-scale deployment of hydrokinetic solutions.
For further information see: www.shines.nweurope.eu/
TRIDENT- Funded under Horizon Europe, TRIDENT will create new technological tools for deep sea impact assessment. These new tools will empower a shared responsibility to supervise and monitor deep sea activities, and simultaneously preserve and enhance marine habitats, supporting an environmentally sustainable blue economy.
For further information see www.deepseatrident.eu
UPWELLING - The UPWELLING project addresses critical challenges facing the AA blue economy, including the skills gap, limited access to marine infrastructure, and weak collaboration among stakeholders. Key outputs include a digital platform integrating marine infrastructure services and job offers, an Academy offering specialized training programs, collaborative hackathons, proof-of-concept activities, and a wealth of educational resources.
For further information see https://upwelling.innovalia.org/