Thales and Saildrone: Revolutionizing Ocean Threat Detection Thales Australia has recently made waves in the maritime industry by joining forces with Saildrone to introduce cutting-edge technology for subsea threat detection. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the realm of oceanic security, with the integration of Thales’ BlueSentry thin-line towed array sonar system into Saildrone’s […]
Glitter microplastic pollution destroys marine ecosystems, Trinity College Dublin study suggests
Glitter Microplastic Pollution: A Looming Threat to Marine Ecosystems A recent study conducted by Trinity College Dublin has shed light on a concerning environmental issue – the detrimental impact of glitter microplastic pollution on marine ecosystems. The research findings reveal the alarming contribution of PET-based glitter to the ever-growing microplastic pollution crisis, posing a significant […]
New study reveals the impact of deep sea mining on marine ecosystems
The Long-Term Consequences of Deep Sea Mining on Marine Ecosystems The deep ocean, a mysterious world teeming with unique and often undiscovered marine life, is facing a new threat – deep sea mining. A recent study has shed light on the profound and long-lasting impact of extracting rare metals from the seabed on these delicate […]
Ocean currents that can generate 2.5 times more power than wind farms identified
Ocean Currents Identified as Potential Powerhouses: Generating 2.5 Times More Power Than Wind Farms After sifting through ocean current data dating back three decades, researchers at the Florida Atlantic University’s Southeast National Marine Renewable Energy Center have made a groundbreaking discovery. The study revealed that certain ocean currents have the potential to produce a staggering […]
New autonomous system monitors Arctic ice melting
Enhancing Arctic Research with Autonomous Ice Monitoring Systems The Arctic region is a crucial area of study for scientists and researchers worldwide due to its rapid environmental changes, particularly the alarming rate of ice melting. To gain a deeper understanding of how this phenomenon impacts marine ecosystems, innovative technologies are being leveraged. One such cutting-edge […]
Arctic groundwater is pumping harmful carbon into the ocean
Arctic Groundwater: A Silent Carbon Culprit Impacting Ocean Health Arctic groundwater flowing into the ocean could be posing a significant threat to marine ecosystems by contributing to the increase of carbon in ocean surface waters. This alarming phenomenon not only jeopardizes the delicate balance of the Arctic environment but also has far-reaching implications for global […]
Ocean warming accelerating four times faster than 1980s
The Alarming Escalation of Ocean Warming: A Fourfold Increase Since the 1980s Ocean warming has quadrupled over the last 40 years, driving record-breaking temperatures and catastrophic impacts. This significant acceleration in ocean warming is a clear indicator of the escalating climate crisis that poses a threat to marine ecosystems and the global environment as a […]