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A European Ocean Observation Initiative

  • News article
  • 27 February 2026
  • 1 min read

A European Ocean Observation Initiative builds on the Ocean Pact, the European Commission proposes an objective-driven approach that responds to societal needs. It covers key areas across the knowledge value chain, aiming at long-term sustainability, ambition and strategic autonomy in ocean observation, integrating EU marine services, fostering international collaboration and securing international data, ensuring co-design and supporting Member States' capacity.

The Commission would like to hear your views.

This call for evidence is open for feedback. Your input will be taken into account as we further develop and fine-tune this initiative. Feedback received will be published on this site and therefore must adhere to the feedback rules.

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Publication date
27 February 2026