The Ocean Brief

Short ocean stories and insights covering science, policy, innovation, and the ocean community

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Keeping small ship standards ship shape

In IMarEST’s Small Ships Special Interest Group (SS SIG), members are helping to structure regulations and standards for small craft as more people start to live on their boats due to the cost of living.

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Immersive maritime training

Onboarding seafarers is set to become easier, thanks to developments in immersive learning and AI.


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Celebrating marine pollinators

It’s World Bee Day! Bees are famous for their pollination, but did you know that there are many other pollinators? Some even live in the sea.

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