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Landmark High Seas Treaty now ‘inches away’ from ratification

The High Seas Treaty, adopted in 2023, would allow countries to establish marine protected areas in international waters.

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UK unveils ‘golden opportunity’ for wider ban on bottom trawling

It comes as pressure ramps up at UNOC in Nice, including with a satirical film featuring Stephen Fry and Theo James.

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European Commission chief unveils EU ocean pact at UN conference

The EU pact aims to restore natural habitats in oceans and promote the competitiveness of the maritime industry.

Europe News

Blue Economy Forum: Macron rebukes climate change deniers

At the Blue Economy Forum's final day in Monaco, leaders urged global action to protect oceans. The Prince of Wales called for 'urgency and optimism', while French President Macron slammed climate deniers, promising 'strong decisions' with other governments soon.

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What is the UN Ocean Conference and why does it matter?

More than 10,000 people will gather in France for largest ocean conference ever.

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EU unveils Ocean Pact ahead of UN conference in France

The EU is hoping to position itself as a leader in marine protection ahead of a UN summit on preserving the world's oceans next week.

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EU faces new legal action over bottom trawling in protected areas

It is the latest in a stream of litigation from all corners of the EU over bottom trawling in protected zones.

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High Seas Treaty gets major boost from EU and 6 member states

The High Seas Treaty has the potential to bring about a significant shift in global ocean conservation efforts.

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UK scientists alarmed by sudden surge in sea temperatures this spring

UK waters are up to 4°C above normal in a marine heatwave that may offer an early warning of extreme summer heat.

Nature

Clownfish shrink to survive heat waves as climate change warms oceans

Scientists observed this behaviour in Papua New Guinea, where warming oceans and bleaching sea anemones forced the fish to cope with extreme conditions.

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Investigation exposes the ‘sprawling empire’ of 5 Dutch fishing giants

Environmental campaigners say that governments have allowed a few supermajors to take “tentacular” ownership of the seas.

Nature

Lack of endangered whale babies raises alarm among scientists

Experts say North Atlantic right whales need to have 50 calves per season to start recovering. This year they produced just 11.

Moments

Is it ever okay to swim with wild dolphins?

Knowing whether the choices you make on holiday are harming or helping the wildlife you are there to spot can be hard.

Nature

See magical new deep-sea photos of coral gardens and thermal vents

The mission was so remote that often the closest humans to the vessel were on the International Space Station.

Moments

Hearing whale songs can inspire tourists to help protect oceans

Feelings of awe inspired tourists to improve recycling habits, reduce waste production, and support ocean conservation initiatives.

Ocean

Industries find hidden worth in oyster shells and old fishing nets

In partnership with the European Commission

From France’s Atlantic coast to the Spanish Mediterranean, marine industries are finding new ways to turn their waste into treasure.

Ocean

Meet the French professor turning oyster shells into eco-concrete

In partnership with the European Commission

French researchers are turning discarded oyster shells into eco-friendly concrete with significantly lower CO₂ emissions. Currently being tested along the French Atlantic coast, this material could replace scarce sand and gravel while supporting marine life.

Nature

84% of the world's coral reefs hit by worst bleaching event on record

Scientists warn that this could be "something that's completely changing the face of our planet".

Nature

Awestruck 17th-century sailors help scientists solve an ocean mystery

Scientists are one step closer to understanding bioluminescent seas thanks to a new database spanning centuries.

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Colossal squid caught on camera in the wild for the first time

In January, the research team also captured a glacial glass squid on camera for the first time.