It's incredibly challenging to monitor ecosystems effectively or make informed conservation decisions. 🗺️ As the #BBNJTreaty moves from paper to practice, comprehensive ocean mapping becomes not just helpful, but essential. Contribute here:

Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (ABNJ) cover nearly half of our planet and yet most of them remain unmapped. For example, the southern Indian Ocean is home to vast ABNJ regions - but without accurate seabed data.

🇺🇳 The recent ratification of the #Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty marks a historic step for ocean protection. But it also highlights the urgency of #seabedmapping. After all, how can we protect what we don’t fully know?

@UKHO Search for Seabed 2030 wherever you get your podcasts or listen here 👉

@UKHO In episode 16 of the #Seabed2030 podcast, David shares his educational journey, his perspective on the evolution of digital mapping, and why supporting the next generation of seabed mappers is so important.

⛵ David Parker of @UKHO spent much of his early life at sea. A love of sailing sparked a lifelong interest in the #ocean - and ultimately led him to a career in #hydrography.

@ccom_jhc @UofNH @monmouthu Today, with more than 90 research cruises and numerous expeditions to his name, Larry continues to exemplify the leadership and dedication that drive global efforts to better understand and map our #ocean #floor. 🌊 Watch Larry's acceptance speech:

@ccom_jhc @UofNH @monmouthu A pioneer in ocean mapping and exploration, Larry spoke at the 2025 Future of the Ocean Symposium, where he reflected on a passion for discovery sparked at the age of seven in New York - after finding a book on the ocean in a local sporting goods store.

👏 Congratulations to Larry Mayer - Co-Head of Seabed 2030's Arctic and North Pacific Center, and Director of the @ccom_jhc at the @UofNH - on receiving the prestigious National Champion of the Ocean Award from @monmouthu Urban Coast Institute.

🗺️ Do you know the difference between #bathymetric and #hydrographic mapping? While both datasets can be used for similar purposes, they each give us distinct insights into the #oceanfloor. 👉 Swipe to learn more.

@ParisPeaceForum Our thanks to the @EU_Commission for convening and supporting such a vital dialogue.

@ParisPeaceForum 🗺️ Steve was encouraged by the growing recognition of the importance of ocean mapping - not only as a scientific discipline, but as the foundational infrastructure that underpins sustainable blue economies, maritime security, and climate resilience worldwide.

@ParisPeaceForum The Forum brought together several heads of state alongside high-level representatives from governments, financial institutions, the private sector, and civil society to explore innovative strategies for strengthening global cooperation and connectivity.

🇧🇪 Last week, our Head of Partnerships, Stephen Hall, attended the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, participating courtesy of the @ParisPeaceForum, as part of its current Scale-up (SCUP) cohort.

@BlueEarthSummit 📅 15 - 17 October 📍 London, UK 🔗

@BlueEarthSummit Come and meet us at our booth to learn more about how a complete map of the #oceanfloor can help drive solutions across science, society, and sustainability - and how you can get involved. Together, we’re accelerating ocean mapping for people and planet. 🗺️

@BlueEarthSummit At #Seabed2030, we share this vision - harnessing global collaboration, data, and technology to map the entire ocean floor. Each new dataset helps unlock more informed decisions, stronger conservation and greater protection for the ocean.

@BlueEarthSummit With this year’s programme placing a spotlight on the ocean, the Summit’s #Ocean & Water Forum will explore how #innovation, collaboration, and community-led action can accelerate ocean recovery. 🌊

🌎 We’re pleased to be taking part in this year’s @BlueEarthSummit - a gathering of changemakers and innovators working to drive action for a #sustainableplanet.

On the left: what we knew 2014 - sparse data points and vast unmapped areas. The right: ten years on, the picture is dramatically different, with far greater coverage thanks to our dedicated centres and partners worldwide. 🧩 Join us: