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Kerry freshwater pearl mussels join Marine Institute’s conservation programme in Mayo. On July 17th, twenty of Ireland’s rarest freshwater pearl mussels were airlifted from a river in Co. Kerry to […]
Marine Institute sets new standard in sustainability with ISO 50001 Certification. Drone footage displaying solar panels on the roof of the the Marine Institute HQ in Oranmore The Marine Institute has […]
Bloom of Karenia mikimotoi in Rossbeigh, Kerry. An algal bloom was identified this week in Rossbeigh, Co. Kerry following reports of seawater surface discolouration observations from lifeguards and the public […]
Marine Institute celebrates student success at Bursary Presentation Day 2026. The 2026 cohort of Marine Institute Bursary Programme students showcased their work at the annual Bursary Presentation Day on July 23rd […]
RV Tom Crean continues to power Ireland’s ambitions for ocean science and sustainability, four years on. Four years after arriving in Ireland, the Marine Institute’s research vessel Tom Crean continues […]
Marine Institute supports ground-breaking study on genetic impacts of farmed salmon escapes. The Marine Institute has welcomed the publication of a new report providing the first comprehensive assessment of genetic introgression […]
Government leaders visit RV Tom Crean to mark major INFOMAR investment and strengthen evidence-based marine policy. Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister of State Timmy Dooley and senior officials visited the Marine […]
Ireland to host Atlantic Summit Galway 2026 during EU Presidency. On World Oceans Day, June 8, The Marine Institute, University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University (ATU), with the support of […]
Marine Institute marks 70 years of global impact at Newport Research Facility. The Marine Institute is celebrating seven decades of its Newport Research Facility in Burrishoole, Co. Mayo, one of […]
Marine Institute releases major benthic dataset in celebration of Biodiversity Week. Over 650,000 marine records spanning twelve years are now freely accessible online, marking a landmark moment for Open Science and […]
Three PEACEPLUS projects aiming to strengthen climate resilience and coastal community engagement in Irish seas. Aiming to strengthen climate change resilience and coastal community engagement in Irish seas, three independent […]
Local student discovers critically endangered white skate egg case. A Marine Institute Explorers Programme Healthy Ocean School project, has turned into a significant scientific milestone following the discovery of a […]
Marine Institute launches Annual Impact Report 2025. The Marine Institute has released its Annual Impact Report 2025, showcasing the significant achievements and meaningful impacts delivered by the organisation over the past year. […]
Marine Institute & Galway City Museum reveal Galway Bay’s secrets. The Marine Institute, in partnership with Galway City Museum, has announced a vibrant programme of free public outreach events taking place […]
The Marine Institute celebrates World Meteorological Day. The Marine Institute celebrates World Meteorological Day with a milestone, marking 25 years of the Irish Marine Data Buoy Observation Network (IMDBON) and the […]
Marine Institute hosts Transition Year programme for students across Ireland. The Marine Institute welcomed Transition Year (TY) students from schools across Ireland to its headquarters in Oranmore, Co. Galway, and […]
SmartBay to play key role in Europe’s Digital Twin of the Ocean. A new international study has proposed an operational strategy to advance the Digital Twin of the Ocean (DTO) […]
Marine Institute launches 20th anniversary ocean education modules. The Marine Institute is proud to announce a landmark expansion of its Explorers Education Programme, offering inland primary schools a unique opportunity […]
Marine sector’s role in Ireland’s national growth underscored in latest ocean economy report. The Marine Institute presented the latest Ireland’s Ocean Economy Report to senior government officials at the Project […]
Marine Institute expresses condolences on the passing of Dr Paul Connolly. The Marine Institute Board, management and staff offer their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr Paul Connolly, […]
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