News – Global Ocean Observing System

News 10 000 Ships for the Ocean: Global momentum builds as hundreds of ships join initiative following launch at UN Ocean Conference PRESS RELEASEJuly 2025 The 10 000 Ships for the Ocean initiative was officially launched on 13 June 2025 at the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, marking a major milestone for global ocean observation. Supported by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, and the International Maritime Organization […] 9 Jul 2025

News Call for Individual Consultants: Programme Support Officer (Ocean Observing Co-Design) Deadline: 24 July 2025Consultancy duration: 7 monthsLocation: UNESCO-IOC Head Office in Paris or Remote Through its UN Ocean Decade programme Ocean Observing Co-Design, GOOS is working to co-design an expanded and fit for purpose observing system with users and partners in the information delivery value chain. The programme works on developing co-design ‘Exemplar’ Projects in high […] 8 Jul 2025

News Uncrewed Surface Vehicles Go Global: SUN Fleet Joins GOOS as a New Emerging Network A new emerging ocean observing network joins the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS), marking a key step in expanding coordinated, global ocean surface observations. This fleet of Uncrewed Surface Vehicles, called SUN Fleet, is able to monitor numerous GOOS Essential Ocean Variables and measure important air-sea exchanges in remote areas and under harsh conditions. The […] 4 Jul 2025

News “Observe the Ocean as if Life Depends on It”: Global Recognition for Ocean Observing in Nice At the One Ocean Science Congress (4–6 June) and the Third UN Ocean Conference (9–13 June), ocean observing was moved into the global spotlight. Together with the UNESCO-IOC and partners, GOOS delivered an important message: without sustained observations, our shared future is at risk. Over the course of two intense transformative weeks in Nice, the […] 3 Jul 2025

News Call for Individual Consultants: UI/UX Designer-Developer (GOOS Ocean Observing Report Card 2025) Deadline: 6 June 2025Consultancy duration: 4.5 monthsLocation: Remote The UNESCO-IOC led Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is seeking a UI/UX designer-developer with a strong expertise in animations and UX enhancements to develop the interactive online version of the 2025 GOOS Ocean Observing Report Card. About the GOOS Ocean Observing Report Card The GOOS Ocean Observing […] 14 May 2025

News Ocean Observing at One Ocean Science Congress and 2025 UN Ocean Conference in Nice, France Join the Global Ocean Observing System in Nice, France this June as the global community gathers for the One Ocean Science Congress and the 2025 UN Ocean Conference. Explore our events and advocacy efforts to elevate the ocean observing system as critical infrastructure for society and a sustainable future. This June 2025, the global community […] 12 May 2025

News Call for Expert Input: Consultation on GOOS Biology and Ecosystems Essential Ocean Variables (EOVs) The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) Biology and Ecosystems Panel is launching an open consultation to seek expert input on the draft specification sheets for its Biology and Ecosystems Essential Ocean Variables. We invite the ocean biology and ecosystem research community to contribute to this important review process. What are Essential Ocean Variables (EOVs)? EOVs […] 8 May 2025

News GOOS 14th Steering Committee Meeting Report Now Available The Fourteenth Session of the GOOS Steering Committee (SC-14) was held from 19 to 21 February 2025 at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France, with an option for online participation. The meeting brought together Steering Committee members and partners to set priorities for the 2025–2027 period and lay the foundation for an updated Work Plan. […] 7 Apr 2025

News GOOS Endorses New Best Practice for Vessel Recruitment in Ocean Observing The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) has officially endorsed the Vessel Recruiting Best Practice, authored by Parks et al. (2025). This Best Practice provides structured guidelines for the extensive network of volunteer ships of opportunity – vessels from the maritime industry and other non-research vessels, that integrate ocean observations into their existing routes, thus helping […] 4 Apr 2025

News BioEcoOcean Project launches mini podcast series on marine life observations The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is excited to share the launch of the BioEcoOcean Podcast, a new mini-series exploring ocean observations of marine life. The first episode was produced in collaboration with GOOS and features insights from our experts on how global ocean observing efforts and the GOOS Essential Ocean Variable framework help track […] 1 Apr 2025

News Celebrating 25 years of Argo: A pillar of the Global Ocean Observing System Argo, the global network of autonomous floats that revolutionized ocean observation, marked its 25th anniversary in December. This milestone celebrates not only Argo’s transformative contributions to ocean science but also its vital role as part of the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS). Since its inception in 1999, Argo has grown into a fleet of nearly […] 10 Feb 2025

News Call for Observations Coordination Group (OCG) Vice Chair: Standards and Best Practices Deadline: 14 February 2025, 18:00 CET GOOS is seeking applications for the position of Vice Chair Standards and Best Practices for its Observation Coordination Group (OCG). The role of the OCG Vice Chair Standards and Best Practices is to promote development of standards and best practices across the ocean observing networks, primarily working with the […] 3 Jan 2025