EMODnet Bathymetry

EMODnet (European Marine Observation and Data Network) is the long-term initiative supported by the European Commission since 2009 to ensure that European marine data are easily accessible, interoperable, and free of restrictions on use. OGS participates in the the EMODnet Bathymetry lot which comprises members of the SeaDataNet consortium together with organisations from marine science, the hydrographic survey community and industry.

In the field of bathymetry, a number of Data Centres in SeaDataNet manage bathymetric data sets, such as multibeam surveys from scientific cruises. These organisations perform and manage bathymetric surveys, partly overlapping and mostly complementing their geographical coverages. Data are collected at different frequencies and even date back to previous centuries. In addition, Satellite Derived Bathymetry data products are experiencing increased uptake because it is becoming an operational and robust technology.

High-resolution seafloor mapping projects are currently underway, providing an excellent opportunity for cooperation and engagement with parties involved in bathymetric data sets.