News
September 10, 2025
Deadline: 24 October 2025 The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is looking for a new co-chair for the Observing Together Programme, one of the three GOOS Programmes endorsed by the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (see more). About the Programme Observing Together aims to transform availability and accessibility of ocean data by […]
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September 5, 2025
Deadline: 26 September 2025 Under the Global Ocean Observing System 2030 Strategy, a key objective is to build advocacy and visibility with stakeholders through communicating with national governments, user sectors, the GOOS community of observers, UN Agencies and partners on the importance of ocean observing, the benefits of a coordinated Global Ocean Observing System, and […]
August 11, 2025
Deadline: 15 August 2025 The GOOS-IODE Ocean Best Practices System Project (OBPS) was established in June 2019 as a joint project between the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) and the International Oceanographic Data and Information Exchange (IODE) of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO. In June 2025, the OBPS reached a major milestone in […]
News Observations Coordination Group News
August 8, 2025
Deadline: 26 September 2025 The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is seeking applications for Vice Chair WMO/WIGOS for its Observations Coordination Group (OCG). GOOS is the major ocean observing programmatic element of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) Medium-term Strategy 2022–2029 and the WMO-IOC Collaborative Strategy. GOOS is the global locus for ocean observing coordination. The […]
Ocean Observing Co-Design News
July 22, 2025
Last week, the Vetlesen Caribbean Hurricane Ocean Glider was launched – this is an important step in strengthening Caribbean ocean observing and hurricane forecasting efforts, and crucial support to the GOOS Ocean Observing Co-Design programme’s work on tropical cyclones. The RU 29 glider, part of the OceanGliders network, will dive up to 1,000 metres deep, […]
July 11, 2025
The second Dialogues with Industry series – organized by the Marine Technology Society (MTS), GOOS, NOAA, and the Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) – focused on harmful algal blooms (HABs), exploring market dynamics and identifying barriers and opportunities. The Summary Report is now available, providing a synthesis of insights from across all three Dialogues on […]
July 9, 2025
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 […]
July 8, 2025
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 […]
July 4, 2025
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 […]
July 3, 2025
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 […]
July 1, 2025
Some members of the Co-Design team were on site during the One Ocean Science Congress (OOSC) and the Third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) held in early June in Nice, France. Over two intense weeks filled with panels, side events, high-level meetings, and milestone announcements, one message echoed across sectors and stakeholders: The ocean is finally gaining […]
Webinars
May 21, 2025
The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS), the EU-funded BioEcoOcean project, the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON) and the Atlantic International Research Centre (AIR Centre) are organising a special webinar series focusing on the GOOS Biology and Ecosystems Essential Ocean Variables (BioEco EOVs) – the minimum set of variables needed to assess the state of the […]
May 14, 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 […]
May 12, 2025
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 […]
May 8, 2025
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 […]
April 7, 2025
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. […]
April 4, 2025
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 […]
April 1, 2025
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 […]
March 4, 2025
Date and Time: 18 March 2025, 13:30-15:00 UTC Presenters: Joel Cabrie, Darin Figurskey, Martin Kramp, Steffen Steinmoeller & Sebastien PereModerator: Champika Gallage This webinar, targeted at Port Meteorological Officers and Drifting Buoy operators, discusses the importance of maintaining high quality data from our marine observing platforms, including ship-based platforms and buoys. Given that these platforms spend […]
February 10, 2025
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 […]
January 3, 2025
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 […]
December 18, 2024
GOOS is pleased to announce the election of two new co-chairs to lead its Steering Committee: David Legler, Director of the Global Ocean Monitoring and Observing Program at the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Balakrishnan Nair, Director I/C of the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS). The new co-chairs succeed […]
December 11, 2024
Extended deadline: 20 January 2025 Background The Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) is led by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, and co-sponsored by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the International Science Council (ISC). The Global Ocean Observing System aims to deliver the essential information needed for […]
December 3, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of our dear colleague Forest Collins, at the age of 54, on Tuesday 26 November 2024. Forest passed away suddenly whilst visiting the United Arab Emirates. Forest was a dual citizen of both the USA and France. She was a valued and well loved staff […]
