Message from Sir David King: Embracing the Future in Catch the Next Wave
Professor Sir David King, renowned for his expertise in climate science, will deliver a gripping opening keynote at Oi's CTNW conference, urging ocean professionals to rise to the challenge.
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Key Message: Climate Risk and Urgent Innovation
Sir David underscored the chilling reality and monumental size of climate threats. Recent data reveals Greenland's horrifying ice melt of 30 million tonnes per hour, fuelling our terrifying sea level rise. Understanding these existential challenges and embracing solutions is imperative.
Global Challenges: The Melting Ice and Ocean Health
A dual threat emerges from melting ice on land and declining ocean living biomass. The loss of baleen whales has disrupted the balance, affecting fish and crustacean populations. Sir David stressed the need for a holistic approach to sustain oceans in the face of these challenges.
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The Big Question: What's Next?
Asking the critical question, Sir David highlighted the need for proactive measures. Rapid emissions reduction is crucial, but he introduced the four 'Rs': Reduce emissions, remove greenhouse gases at scale (leveraging the vastness of the oceans), Repair climate system components (e.g., preserving Arctic ice), and Build resilience globally to adapt to inevitable changes.
Outcomes Desired: Comprehensive Climate Strategy
Drawing parallels to James Hansen's 1989 call to action, Sir David emphasized the need for swift and comprehensive strategies. The Climate Crisis Advisory Group focuses on the four 'Rs' to address climate challenges, with a spotlight on ocean-based solutions.
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Call to Action: Navigating a New Climate Reality
Sir David's powerful insights underscore the need for collective action. It's not just about reducing emissions; it's about innovation, restoration, and building resilience. The oceans, comprising 72% of Earth's surface, offer a vast canvas for transformative solutions.
Let's embark on this journey together, navigating the waves of change and securing a sustainable future for our planet.
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Oceanology International – Connecting the global ocean technology, engineering and science communities
Oceanology International (Oi) is the global forum where the ocean industry, academia and government connect to discover innovative solutions from the ocean technology and marine science communities to improve strategies for exploring, protecting and sustainably operating in the world’s oceans and waterways. Held at ExCeL London, Oi brings together ocean professionals, facilitates ocean connections and showcases ocean innovation and technology.
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Oi exhibition and conference incorporates various events and features, including:
- COAST - The Coastal and Shallow Water Zone
New for 2026, COAST at Oceanology International offers exhibitors a unique platform to showcase their solutions, technologies, and expertise to a highly targeted and engaged audience from across the global coastal and shallow water community.
- Conference Program – Diving deep into the realm of ocean science and marine technology
Featuring a compelling line-up of industry-leading speakers, the full strategic Oi Conference Program encompasses a diverse range of Technical Sessions and Ocean Futures-focused content across different conference locations. World-class scientists, thought leaders and innovators in the vanguard of the global ocean technology community will converge to bring insightful and original content.
- Ocean Futures Theatre – Meeting future ocean technology needs
Thought leaders from industry, academia and government come together to discuss meeting future ocean technology needs in line with market developments and new ocean enterprise strategies. Held in the keynote Ocean Futures Theatre within Oi, it features panel discussions and strategic debates on topics including Transitioning the Ocean Economy, Sustainable Offshore Operations, BlueTech Investment and Future Talent/Careers.
- Dockside Demonstrations
Oceanology International’s dockside activity is a hallmark feature of the event, offering visitors live, in-water demonstrations of the latest ocean technology and equipment. Attendees have the unique opportunity to see cutting-edge remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), autonomous systems, sonar, imaging, and hydrographic survey tools in real-world action, guided by experts. These demonstrations take place at the Royal Victoria Dock, where multiple brands and vessels showcase novel capabilities—allowing participants to closely observe technological innovations and interact with operators, all with the goal of experiencing emerging solutions for marine and subsea applications firsthand.
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