INFOMAR is a collaboration between the Marine Institute and Geological Survey Ireland, to map Ireland’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). At 880,000 square kilometers—over 10 times the size of Ireland’s land area—this project is essential for understanding and managing the country’s vast marine resources. The mapping includes physical, chemical, and biological features of the seafloor, vital for responsible resource stewardship. INFOMAR’s
The Irish Groundfish Survey (IGFS) is part of an internationally coordinated survey that takes place every year in November and December in the Atlantic shelf waters of Ireland. The main objectives of this survey are to gather essential information on commercially exploited fish stocks and specifically to estimate the numbers of young fish for monitoring of spawning success. IGFS data
The Celtic Sea Herring Acoustic Survey (CSHAS) continues a critical time series aimed at tracking the biomass and abundance of herring in the Celtic Sea, providing essential data for stock assessments by ICES (International Council for the Exploration of the Sea) expert groups. Led by Mr. Ciaran O’Donnell and an experienced team of biologists from the Marine Institute, the survey
The 2025 Nephrops Underwater TV (UWTV) Surveys will take place on the RV Tom Crean in June, July, and August. These multidisciplinary surveys provide critical abundance and density estimates for Nephrops norvegicus on Ireland’s key fishing grounds. Data collection will include underwater TV (UWTV) footage, oceanographic readings (CTD drops), multi-beam bathymetry, seabed characterization, and other essential ecosystem data. This is
The Mackerel and Horse Mackerel Egg Survey is an international survey conducted every three years during the spring and early summer. It covers the seas from the west of Spain, France, Ireland, and the UK, extending as far north as the Faroe Islands. The primary objectives of this survey are to estimate the Spawning Stock Biomass (the total weight of
The Marine Institute, in partnership with the Strategic Marine Alliance for Research and Training (SMART), offers 30 bursaries for 2025 FEAS and INFOMAR surveys aboard the Celtic Explorer and Tom Crean. This is a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in offshore marine science, guided by field experts, while expanding your professional network. Bursary Stipends Participants will receive €95 per
