Conference Deep Blue Days
Focusing on Deep Seas challenges
14>16 October 2014, Brest, France
Know more about topics and list of speakers
Registration open on www.seatechweek-brest.org
This is a presentation I gave during the International students conference in Ghent to show the benefits of European Environmental and Health policies and to give a positive view of the future to the students.
Editorial – July 2010
Greetings all,
This month’s newsletter is devoted to recent studies in coastal oceanic systems.
To start with, Le Traon is introducing this newsletter telling us about the SNOCO initiative.
Scientific articles about recent studies in coastal oceanic systems are then displayed as follows: First, Ménesguen et al. are telling
us about Ulva mass accumulations on Brittany beaches and remedies found to solve this problem. Then, Ardhuin presents his
work about wave hindcasting and forecasting at Previmer within the European project “Integrated Ocean waves for Geophysical
and other Applications”. Third, Faucher et al. provide a description of a coupled Atmosphere-Ocean-Ice forecast system for the
Gulf of St Lawrence in Canada, which has been installed in experimental mode at the Canadian Meteorological Centre. Finally,
Marchesiello et al. are talking about regional ocean forecasting and downscaling strategy at IRD for coastal and submesoscale
phenomena. They have developed a downscaling strategy based on the Regional Ocean Modeling System and produced a new
demonstrator with data assimilation in the Chile oceanic area.
The next October 2010 newsletter will display papers about the Marginal Seas in the MyOcean project.
We wish you a pleasant summer!
[Conference] Deep Blue Days, 14>16 October 2014, Brest France
Exploration and development of energy, mineral and biological resources in the Deep Ocean: science, technology, economics, regulation, security and safety
Programme now available
Registration open until 6th October
More info: http://ow.ly/BVhVC
This document summarizes a research thesis presented to the School of Sciences at Nkumba University about the assessment of waste rock and tailings disposal methods at the Kilembe copper mine in western Uganda and their environmental implications. The thesis analyzes the types of waste rocks and tailings generated at the mine, how they were disposed of, and the positive and negative impacts on the local environment and community. Key findings include that tailings and waste rocks were dumped in piles or into nearby waterways, contaminating soils and water sources and affecting public health. The thesis concludes with recommendations for more sustainable waste management practices to prevent such environmental problems in the future.
This document presents a thesis on assessing the methods used for waste rock and tailings disposal at Kilembe Mine in Kasese District, Uganda and their environmental implications. The mine generated various tailings and waste rocks from copper, iron ore and cobalt mining. Wastes were disposed onsite through backfilling mine tunnels, dumping on hillsides, and using tailings for landfill. Tailings were also discharged into surface water, causing pollution. While mining provided economic benefits, disposal methods negatively impacted the environment through water contamination, soil pollution, and habitat destruction. Recommendations included proper waste characterization, selective handling, and rehabilitation of disposal sites.
OBIS, a global biodiversity data-sharing platform for ABNJwardappeltans
OBIS as a potential contribution to a new implementing agreement to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ). Presentation from the BBNJ side event at the IOC Assembly XXVIII, June 2015
The USD 50 million spent on sequencing the salmon genome is expected to return billions by enabling innovations that increase sustainability in the aquaculture industry. The newly mapped salmon genome will allow for the development of a more robust salmon with higher survival rates. It provides researchers a tool to better understand salmon biology and address challenges like improving fish health and reducing environmental impacts. The genome sequencing is also expected to help reduce losses during salmon farming in the ocean from around 15% currently to closer to 5% in the future.
This is a presentation I gave during the International students conference in Ghent to show the benefits of European Environmental and Health policies and to give a positive view of the future to the students.
Editorial – July 2010
Greetings all,
This month’s newsletter is devoted to recent studies in coastal oceanic systems.
To start with, Le Traon is introducing this newsletter telling us about the SNOCO initiative.
Scientific articles about recent studies in coastal oceanic systems are then displayed as follows: First, Ménesguen et al. are telling
us about Ulva mass accumulations on Brittany beaches and remedies found to solve this problem. Then, Ardhuin presents his
work about wave hindcasting and forecasting at Previmer within the European project “Integrated Ocean waves for Geophysical
and other Applications”. Third, Faucher et al. provide a description of a coupled Atmosphere-Ocean-Ice forecast system for the
Gulf of St Lawrence in Canada, which has been installed in experimental mode at the Canadian Meteorological Centre. Finally,
Marchesiello et al. are talking about regional ocean forecasting and downscaling strategy at IRD for coastal and submesoscale
phenomena. They have developed a downscaling strategy based on the Regional Ocean Modeling System and produced a new
demonstrator with data assimilation in the Chile oceanic area.
The next October 2010 newsletter will display papers about the Marginal Seas in the MyOcean project.
We wish you a pleasant summer!
[Conference] Deep Blue Days, 14>16 October 2014, Brest France
Exploration and development of energy, mineral and biological resources in the Deep Ocean: science, technology, economics, regulation, security and safety
Programme now available
Registration open until 6th October
More info: http://ow.ly/BVhVC
This document summarizes a research thesis presented to the School of Sciences at Nkumba University about the assessment of waste rock and tailings disposal methods at the Kilembe copper mine in western Uganda and their environmental implications. The thesis analyzes the types of waste rocks and tailings generated at the mine, how they were disposed of, and the positive and negative impacts on the local environment and community. Key findings include that tailings and waste rocks were dumped in piles or into nearby waterways, contaminating soils and water sources and affecting public health. The thesis concludes with recommendations for more sustainable waste management practices to prevent such environmental problems in the future.
This document presents a thesis on assessing the methods used for waste rock and tailings disposal at Kilembe Mine in Kasese District, Uganda and their environmental implications. The mine generated various tailings and waste rocks from copper, iron ore and cobalt mining. Wastes were disposed onsite through backfilling mine tunnels, dumping on hillsides, and using tailings for landfill. Tailings were also discharged into surface water, causing pollution. While mining provided economic benefits, disposal methods negatively impacted the environment through water contamination, soil pollution, and habitat destruction. Recommendations included proper waste characterization, selective handling, and rehabilitation of disposal sites.
OBIS, a global biodiversity data-sharing platform for ABNJwardappeltans
OBIS as a potential contribution to a new implementing agreement to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ). Presentation from the BBNJ side event at the IOC Assembly XXVIII, June 2015
The USD 50 million spent on sequencing the salmon genome is expected to return billions by enabling innovations that increase sustainability in the aquaculture industry. The newly mapped salmon genome will allow for the development of a more robust salmon with higher survival rates. It provides researchers a tool to better understand salmon biology and address challenges like improving fish health and reducing environmental impacts. The genome sequencing is also expected to help reduce losses during salmon farming in the ocean from around 15% currently to closer to 5% in the future.
At the national levels, seaweedaquaculture licensing procedures
need to be simplified for greater cy and efficiency while the social acceptability of seaweed concessions should be promoted. Moreover, it is important for all stakeholders and the whole industry (from policy makers, local authorities, researchers to the production sectors) to have trained
personnel, thus requiring the development of training programmes in regional and/or national centres.
This report provides an overview of key socio-economic, management, and governance issues relating to conservation and sustainable use of deep-sea ecosystems and biodiversity. It highlights the current understanding and identifies knowledge gaps. The deep sea is home to diverse ecosystems and provides many goods and services. However, human activities like deep-sea fishing, oil and gas extraction, and mining are threatening habitats and increasing pressures. Effective governance is needed to balance conservation with sustainable use, but challenges include implementing an ecosystem approach, addressing uncertainties, and improving multi-level cooperation. Further research can help close knowledge gaps and better inform policymaking.
Aquifers in the sustainability of Small Island Developing StatesShammy Puri
In in depth review of the views of experts for enhancing the management of aquifers in SIDS, the capacity building needs, management of saline intrusion,
Earth Observation - An Eye on the Wild Earth, Admiral Conrad LautenbacherWILD Foundation
Admiral Conrad Lautenbacher, US Navy and (former) Administrator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration spoke during the Monday (9 November) WILD9 plenary on "Earth Observation - An Eye on the Wild Earth."
The document outlines the objectives and organization of the European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) project. The project aims to (1) define appropriate processes and technology to develop a European Marine Observation network, (2) provide initial components of a final operational system, and (3) assemble fragmented marine data into publicly available data streams. It discusses standards, schedule, work packages, data coverage, participating organizations, and the development of a hydrographic portal to access collated marine data.
This document provides an agenda for the International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE) 2018 being held in Cherbourg, France from June 12-14. The conference will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and presentations on various topics related to advancing ocean energy technologies and reducing costs such as building market supports, conceptual array designs, environmental assessments, reliability improvements, and lessons learned from operating ocean energy projects. Field trips are also planned for June 14th to tour ocean energy infrastructure in Cherbourg harbor and learn about plans to connect tidal energy farms to the electrical grid.
Based on a detailed analysis of current seaweed aquaculture practices, regulations, health benefits and consumer demands, these guidelines aim to foster sustainability and protection of the marine environment. These guidelines also include expert opinions and assessmentsfrom the academic, private
and associative sectors, based mainly in Europe, but also on other continents. With this wide scope and using a field-based and scientific approach, we have aimed to produce a robust prospective reference document to support policy-makers and the elaboration of future European regulations.
Patrick Luyten van Kbin-OD Natuur tenslotte stelde de laatste ontwikkelingen voor van de Coherens-software, en toonde ook enkele mariene en estuariene toepassingen.
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Coffin landsat8 data in social values for ecosytem servicesGeCo in the Rockies
The document describes research using Landsat 8 data and modeling tools to map social values for coastal ecosystem services in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers conducted an online survey of 285 people to identify valued ecosystem services and environmental characteristics. Maxent modeling was used to model relationships between mapped social value indices and predictor variables, including Landsat 8 band 1 data. Models using distance to shore and bathymetry performed best, though Landsat 8 band 1 also improved some models by providing additional coastal detail not captured in other datasets alone. The research aims to help coastal management and planning efforts.
Living Planet Report 2012: Biodiversity, Biocapacity and Better Choices | Pub...ymontepara
The Living Planet Report 2012 documents declining trends in biodiversity and increasing human pressures on natural resources. The Living Planet Index shows a 30% decline in biodiversity globally since 1970 across terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems. The report highlights the need to make better choices to place natural systems at the center of economies and lifestyles in order to reverse these trends and ensure a sustainable future for both nature and humanity.
The newsletter summarizes activities from MESTECH researchers over the past few months, including presenting research at several conferences on topics like environmental sensing, water quality monitoring, and nanomaterials. It also describes a successful collaborative conference between MESTECH and the University of Notre Dame on developing sensing technologies for environmental challenges.
Ocean Data Factory - Application for FundingRobin Teigland
The document describes an Ocean Data Factory (ODF) initiative in Sweden. It provides backgrounds on the need for an ocean data lab in Sweden given increasing global interest in oceans. It introduces the ODF consortium members and directors. It outlines the ODF vision to enable Sweden to be a global leader in sustainable digital blue economy innovation. It describes initial work plans focusing on environmental monitoring and numerical forecasting. It also discusses opportunities for open data sources, citizen science, and using open source tools to maximize access and reuse of ocean data.
The document discusses ECOncrete, an ecologically active concrete that can enhance coastal infrastructure to support marine life. ECOncrete is designed through its composition, surface texture, and macro-design to provide habitat and encourage biological growth without compromising the infrastructure's function. It addresses pressing issues of coastal development negatively impacting ecosystems by making seawalls, armor units, and riprap habitats productive for species. ECOncrete is a cost-effective and globally applicable solution that can be applied to new and existing infrastructure in a modular, scalable way to balance development and sustainability of coastlines.
Desalination and water reuse Norredine GhaffourWANA forum
The document discusses water desalination and reuse as solutions for increasing water supply in the Western Asia and North Africa (WANA) region. It notes that the WANA region has high population growth and water scarcity issues. Desalination and water reuse are presented as options that can provide reliable, secure water supplies independent of climate variations. The market for desalination in the region has grown significantly in recent years and continues to grow. Relevant desalination technologies currently used are described, including challenges around energy use and environmental impacts. The role of renewable energy sources in powering desalination plants is also examined.
The document summarizes an initiative called Ocean Data Factory (ODF) which aims to establish Sweden as a leader in sustainable ocean innovation through the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ocean data. ODF will create an open data platform and infrastructure to make ocean data and tools accessible to researchers, industry, and the public. It introduces the coordinators and partners involved in ODF and outlines the need for such an initiative given increasing interest in the ocean economy and the large amounts of unexplored ocean data.
This document provides an overview and summary of a presentation on viewing ocean observations in a global context. It discusses requirements-driven ocean observations, high quality data collection, and delivering information to end users. The presentation covers topics like essential ocean variables, phenomena to monitor, scientific questions to address regarding climate change and human impacts on ocean biogeochemistry. It also discusses the role of organizations like GOOS and key conferences in coordinating global ocean observing efforts.
Solar Desalination Plant for South African industryLungisani Miya
South Africa faces water scarcity issues due to uneven freshwater distribution and a growing population. Desalination is a potential solution to produce fresh water from saline sources, but conventional desalination technologies require large amounts of energy not available in many rural areas. The document describes the development of a prototype solar desalination plant that uses renewable solar energy. The system is a low-cost, sustainable solar-assisted distillation design that mimics the natural water cycle to produce potable water from brackish sources for rural communities lacking access to clean water or electricity. Initial tests found the prototype's flow rate compares favorably to other small-scale solar desalination systems developed locally.
Nucleophilic Addition of carbonyl compounds.pptxSSR02
Nucleophilic addition is the most important reaction of carbonyls. Not just aldehydes and ketones, but also carboxylic acid derivatives in general.
Carbonyls undergo addition reactions with a large range of nucleophiles.
Comparing the relative basicity of the nucleophile and the product is extremely helpful in determining how reversible the addition reaction is. Reactions with Grignards and hydrides are irreversible. Reactions with weak bases like halides and carboxylates generally don’t happen.
Electronic effects (inductive effects, electron donation) have a large impact on reactivity.
Large groups adjacent to the carbonyl will slow the rate of reaction.
Neutral nucleophiles can also add to carbonyls, although their additions are generally slower and more reversible. Acid catalysis is sometimes employed to increase the rate of addition.
At the national levels, seaweedaquaculture licensing procedures
need to be simplified for greater cy and efficiency while the social acceptability of seaweed concessions should be promoted. Moreover, it is important for all stakeholders and the whole industry (from policy makers, local authorities, researchers to the production sectors) to have trained
personnel, thus requiring the development of training programmes in regional and/or national centres.
This report provides an overview of key socio-economic, management, and governance issues relating to conservation and sustainable use of deep-sea ecosystems and biodiversity. It highlights the current understanding and identifies knowledge gaps. The deep sea is home to diverse ecosystems and provides many goods and services. However, human activities like deep-sea fishing, oil and gas extraction, and mining are threatening habitats and increasing pressures. Effective governance is needed to balance conservation with sustainable use, but challenges include implementing an ecosystem approach, addressing uncertainties, and improving multi-level cooperation. Further research can help close knowledge gaps and better inform policymaking.
Aquifers in the sustainability of Small Island Developing StatesShammy Puri
In in depth review of the views of experts for enhancing the management of aquifers in SIDS, the capacity building needs, management of saline intrusion,
Earth Observation - An Eye on the Wild Earth, Admiral Conrad LautenbacherWILD Foundation
Admiral Conrad Lautenbacher, US Navy and (former) Administrator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration spoke during the Monday (9 November) WILD9 plenary on "Earth Observation - An Eye on the Wild Earth."
The document outlines the objectives and organization of the European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) project. The project aims to (1) define appropriate processes and technology to develop a European Marine Observation network, (2) provide initial components of a final operational system, and (3) assemble fragmented marine data into publicly available data streams. It discusses standards, schedule, work packages, data coverage, participating organizations, and the development of a hydrographic portal to access collated marine data.
This document provides an agenda for the International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE) 2018 being held in Cherbourg, France from June 12-14. The conference will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and presentations on various topics related to advancing ocean energy technologies and reducing costs such as building market supports, conceptual array designs, environmental assessments, reliability improvements, and lessons learned from operating ocean energy projects. Field trips are also planned for June 14th to tour ocean energy infrastructure in Cherbourg harbor and learn about plans to connect tidal energy farms to the electrical grid.
Based on a detailed analysis of current seaweed aquaculture practices, regulations, health benefits and consumer demands, these guidelines aim to foster sustainability and protection of the marine environment. These guidelines also include expert opinions and assessmentsfrom the academic, private
and associative sectors, based mainly in Europe, but also on other continents. With this wide scope and using a field-based and scientific approach, we have aimed to produce a robust prospective reference document to support policy-makers and the elaboration of future European regulations.
Patrick Luyten van Kbin-OD Natuur tenslotte stelde de laatste ontwikkelingen voor van de Coherens-software, en toonde ook enkele mariene en estuariene toepassingen.
Coffin landsat8 data in social values for ecosytem servicesGeCo in the Rockies
The document describes research using Landsat 8 data and modeling tools to map social values for coastal ecosystem services in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers conducted an online survey of 285 people to identify valued ecosystem services and environmental characteristics. Maxent modeling was used to model relationships between mapped social value indices and predictor variables, including Landsat 8 band 1 data. Models using distance to shore and bathymetry performed best, though Landsat 8 band 1 also improved some models by providing additional coastal detail not captured in other datasets alone. The research aims to help coastal management and planning efforts.
Coffin landsat8 data in social values for ecosytem servicesGeCo in the Rockies
The document describes research using Landsat 8 data and modeling tools to map social values for coastal ecosystem services in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers conducted an online survey of 285 people to identify valued ecosystem services and environmental characteristics. Maxent modeling was used to model relationships between mapped social value indices and predictor variables, including Landsat 8 band 1 data. Models using distance to shore and bathymetry performed best, though Landsat 8 band 1 also improved some models by providing additional coastal detail not captured in other datasets alone. The research aims to help coastal management and planning efforts.
Living Planet Report 2012: Biodiversity, Biocapacity and Better Choices | Pub...ymontepara
The Living Planet Report 2012 documents declining trends in biodiversity and increasing human pressures on natural resources. The Living Planet Index shows a 30% decline in biodiversity globally since 1970 across terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems. The report highlights the need to make better choices to place natural systems at the center of economies and lifestyles in order to reverse these trends and ensure a sustainable future for both nature and humanity.
The newsletter summarizes activities from MESTECH researchers over the past few months, including presenting research at several conferences on topics like environmental sensing, water quality monitoring, and nanomaterials. It also describes a successful collaborative conference between MESTECH and the University of Notre Dame on developing sensing technologies for environmental challenges.
Ocean Data Factory - Application for FundingRobin Teigland
The document describes an Ocean Data Factory (ODF) initiative in Sweden. It provides backgrounds on the need for an ocean data lab in Sweden given increasing global interest in oceans. It introduces the ODF consortium members and directors. It outlines the ODF vision to enable Sweden to be a global leader in sustainable digital blue economy innovation. It describes initial work plans focusing on environmental monitoring and numerical forecasting. It also discusses opportunities for open data sources, citizen science, and using open source tools to maximize access and reuse of ocean data.
The document discusses ECOncrete, an ecologically active concrete that can enhance coastal infrastructure to support marine life. ECOncrete is designed through its composition, surface texture, and macro-design to provide habitat and encourage biological growth without compromising the infrastructure's function. It addresses pressing issues of coastal development negatively impacting ecosystems by making seawalls, armor units, and riprap habitats productive for species. ECOncrete is a cost-effective and globally applicable solution that can be applied to new and existing infrastructure in a modular, scalable way to balance development and sustainability of coastlines.
Desalination and water reuse Norredine GhaffourWANA forum
The document discusses water desalination and reuse as solutions for increasing water supply in the Western Asia and North Africa (WANA) region. It notes that the WANA region has high population growth and water scarcity issues. Desalination and water reuse are presented as options that can provide reliable, secure water supplies independent of climate variations. The market for desalination in the region has grown significantly in recent years and continues to grow. Relevant desalination technologies currently used are described, including challenges around energy use and environmental impacts. The role of renewable energy sources in powering desalination plants is also examined.
The document summarizes an initiative called Ocean Data Factory (ODF) which aims to establish Sweden as a leader in sustainable ocean innovation through the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and ocean data. ODF will create an open data platform and infrastructure to make ocean data and tools accessible to researchers, industry, and the public. It introduces the coordinators and partners involved in ODF and outlines the need for such an initiative given increasing interest in the ocean economy and the large amounts of unexplored ocean data.
This document provides an overview and summary of a presentation on viewing ocean observations in a global context. It discusses requirements-driven ocean observations, high quality data collection, and delivering information to end users. The presentation covers topics like essential ocean variables, phenomena to monitor, scientific questions to address regarding climate change and human impacts on ocean biogeochemistry. It also discusses the role of organizations like GOOS and key conferences in coordinating global ocean observing efforts.
Solar Desalination Plant for South African industryLungisani Miya
South Africa faces water scarcity issues due to uneven freshwater distribution and a growing population. Desalination is a potential solution to produce fresh water from saline sources, but conventional desalination technologies require large amounts of energy not available in many rural areas. The document describes the development of a prototype solar desalination plant that uses renewable solar energy. The system is a low-cost, sustainable solar-assisted distillation design that mimics the natural water cycle to produce potable water from brackish sources for rural communities lacking access to clean water or electricity. Initial tests found the prototype's flow rate compares favorably to other small-scale solar desalination systems developed locally.
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Deep Blue Days - 14>16 Oct. 2014, Brest - topics and list of speakers
1. Facing Deep Seas challenges
WITHI
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Geoscience, Biology, Innovative technology, economics,
law, environment, governance, security and safety
14 > 16 October 2014
Le Quartz Congress Centre, Brest, France
www.seatechweek-brest.org
3. Deep Blue Days
A 3-days conference of high-standard content
Current of the deep ocean and
gaps in and
and ;
to explore and produce in
deeper water depths and harsher
environments;
Technological competencies to the
development of ;
Innovation and technologies in exploration
,
, and in in
extreme areas;
Technologies and innovative tools to help
in and observe
of ;
Advances in of deep
;
exploration of offshore resources;
for a exploration of
resources;
International issues.
4. Deep Blue Days
Highly competent speakers
Oystein AASBO
Area Sales Manager, Kongsberg maritime AS, Norway
Sophie ARNAUD-HAOND
Ifremer, France
Chris BROWN
Shandong Jiaotong University, China
Anne CHOQUET
France Business School, France
Sierd CLOETINGH
Department of Earth Sciences, Utrecht University, The
Netherlands, and Member of the European Research Council
Marie-Anne CAMBON-BONAVITA
Ifremer, France
Pierrick DANIEL
CGG, France
Nigel EDWARDS
University of Toronto, Canada
Charles FISHER
Pennsylvania State University, USA
6. Sung Gyun KANG
KIOST, Rep. of Korea
Stef KAPUSNIAK
Soil Machine Dynamics (SMD), UK
Achim KOPF
MARUM, Germany
Christopher LAND
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, USA
Pascal LE CLAIRE
French Naval Academy, France
Marjolaine MATABOS
Ifremer, France
James R. MCFARLANE
ISE, Canada
Gabriel MARCHALOT
Thales, France
Xavier MESNET
DCNS, France
Deep Blue Days
Highly competent speakers
7. Frédéric MONCANY DE SAINT-AIGNAN
Cluster Maritime Français
Tim W. NATTKEMPER
Biodata mining group, Bielefeld University, Germany
Nobuyuki OKAMOTO
JOGMEC, Japan
Linwood PENDLETON
Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions, Duke
University, Durham, USA
Annarita POLI
Instituto di Chimica Biomolecolare, Italy
Vincent RIGAUD
Underwater Systems Unit, Ifremer, France
Deep Blue Days
Highly competent speakers
8. Walter ROEST
Ifremer/REM, Brest, France, Member of the CLCL
Alex D. ROGERS
Department of Zoology, University of Oxford, UK
Jacques RUER
SAIPEM
Pierre-Marie SARRADIN
Ifremer, France
Jozée SARRAZIN
Ifremer, France
Philip WEAVER
Seascape consultants ltd, UK, and GOBI coordinator
(…)
Deep Blue Days
Highly competent speakers
9. Deep Blue Days with Sea Tech Week
Deep Blue Days is organised in the
framework of the 9th edition of Sea Tech
Week, international marine science and
technology week, which attracts more
than 1000 participants and covers
various marine-related disciplines.
10. More info about Deep Blue Days ?
@DeepBlueDaysSTW
Follow us on twitter
On-line Registration
www.seatechweek-brest.org
Juliette Rimetz-Planchon
Project leader, Technopôle Brest-Iroise
Juliette.rimetz@tech-brest-iroise.fr
Contact
11. Organised by:
Supported by:
In partnership with:
Agence des Aires Marines Protégées
Cluster Maritime Français
ENSTA Bretagne
French Naval Academy
IFREMER
IUEM–UBO-UEB
Pôle Mer Bretagne Atlantique
SHOM
TECHNIP
TELECOM Bretagne