Marine Institute

Foras na Mara

We are the state agency responsible for marine research, technology development and innovation in Ireland.

We provide scientific and technical advice to the government to inform policy and support the sustainable development of Ireland's marine resources.

Atlantic Summit Galway 2026

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Annual Impact Report 2025

Explore Marine Institute Annual Impact Report 2025
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Oceans of Careers

Celebrate Science Week with 'Oceans of Careers' video series.
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Marine Institute Corporate Strategy 2023 - 2027

Ocean Knowledge that Informs and Inspires
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Irish Ocean Climate and Ecosystem Report 2023

#ClimateReportIE
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QUICK LINKS

Real Time Observations

Marine Forecasts

HABs Shellfish Monitoring

Marine Data Centre

AREAS OF ACTIVITY

The Marine Institute’s primary role is to undertake and co-ordinate marine research and development.

We also provide a number of services to promote economic development and create employment around the marine environment.

Find out more about any of primary areas of activity below:

NEWS & EVENTS

Aerial shot of the Marine Institute headquarters.

Minister Dooley announces appointments to the Board of the Marine Institute

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(L-R) Dr Rick Officer (Marine Institute), Professor David Burn ( University of Galway) and Dr Orla Flynn (ATU)

Cruinniú Mullaigh Atlantaigh na Gaillimhe 2026 – Clár fógartha agus réamhchlárú oscailte anois chun freastal ar phríomhimeacht aigéin Uachtaránacht na hÉireann ar an AE

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Atlantic Summit Galway 2026: Programme unveiled and pre-registration now open for flagship ocean event of Ireland's EU Presidency

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L-R : P. Keena, D. Bluzaite, E. de Eyto (MI), R. O’Callaghan, R. McNamara (NPWS) with the newly arrived Mussels in Co. Mayo.

Diúilicíní péarla fionnuisce Chiarraí san áireamh i gclár caomhnaithe Fhoras na Mara i Maigh Eo

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... Newport Catchment Facilities

... Research Vessels

... Laboratory & Building Facilities

... Marine Renewable Energy

RESEARCH, FUNDING & PUBLICATIONS

RESEARCH

Information on Ireland's Marine Research & Innovation Strategy 2017-2021

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FUNDING

View all the latest research funding opportunities in the Irish marine sector

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PUBLICATIONS

View corporate and scientific reports, peer reviewed articles and conference papers

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Working With Us

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Find out more about opportunities to work with the Marine Institute.
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