Launching PAMAR in Panama

April 2026

At a kickoff event in Panama, IPOS officially launched the Panama Mangrove Conservation Action Request (PAMAR), in close collaboration with Panama’s Ministry of Environment.

Meeting with H.E. Mr. Jochen Flasbarth, Secretary of State

March 2026

In a meeting with the Ambassador, IPOS strengthened international collaboration on ocean and climate action. Emphasizing strategic opportunities for partnerships, policy alignment, and joint initiatives to advance sustainable ocean management.

Europe Jacques Delors Meeting

April 2026

IPOS engaged with policymakers and stakeholders to discuss integrated ocean governance and policy frameworks. Key discussions focused on aligning European initiatives with global sustainability targets and strengthening multi-stakeholder partnerships.

First Symposium on Transformative Ocean Science

March 2026

In Venice, IPOS delved into cutting-edge ocean research, discussing pathways to accelerate scientific knowledge into actionable solutions. The event highlighted the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration to address the pressing issues facing our oceans.

ChangeNOW Summit

March 2026

At the ChangeNOW Summit, IPOS connected with innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders shaping sustainable solutions. We explored emerging technologies and collaborative approaches to tackle ocean challenges and advance systemic change.

IPOS Event at the European Parliament

March 2026

At discussion at the European Parliament, IPOS underscored its unique role as an implementation support mechanism helping translate science to coordinated action.

ECOP Webinar

March 2026

IPOS presented itself in an ECOP Webinar, to explore how ECOPs can actively contribute to advancing global ocean sustainability efforts.

3rd BBNJ Science & Knowledge Symposium

March 2026

IPOS co-hosted an event at the 3rd BBNJ Science & Knowledge Symposium to present a first-of-its-kind science-to-law pathway that addresses implementation gaps in ocean commitments.

Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026

February 2026

At Glasgow, IPOS engaged with leading scientific institutions who share our commitment to advancing ocean knowledge for sustainable action and impact.

LAC Webinar

February 2026

In a webinar co-hosted with the UNEP's Cartagena Convention Secretariat and Caribbean Environment Programme (CEP), IPOS explored how relevant and actionable solutions can help support evidence-based decision-making and advance ocean sustainability at national and regional levels.

Africa Webinar on IPOS Policy Support Options Available to States

February 2026

In a webinar co-hosted with the Seychelles' Department of Blue Economy, IPOS explored how relevant and actionable solutions can support evidence-based decision-making and help advance national and regional ocean sustainability priorities across Africa.

IPBES12 Plenary Session

February 2026

IPOS was an observer at the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) 12th Plenary. Our presence at the twelfth session of the Plenary is a key step in our integration within the intergovernmental science-policy ecosystem. We hope to collaborate with IPBES and apply their assessments at the national and regional scales as we work to guide sustainable ocean action and accelerate meeting our shared goals for impact.

Webinar: Advancing Towards IPOS!

December 2025

During the webinar, we discussed:

• Launching the IPOS ramp-up phase

• Establishing the IPOS interim governance

• Preparing our request selection process

• Selecting our first Action Request and Rapid Response projects

• Positioning the IPOS internationally with States, IOC-UNESCO, UNEP, and more.

United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC-3)

June 2025

On June 9th 2025, the IPOS was officially launched during the UNOC-3, marking the start of the two year long ramp-up period. Many events, both in the Blue Zone and in the Green Zone, were organised and co-organised by the IPOS, gathering a high attendance and sharing the results of our three pilot projects.

Find out more about our events at UNOC here.

One Ocean Science Congress

June 2025

On June 3rd-6th 2025, the IPOS attended and participated to the One Ocean Science Congress, organising several events with key partners and establishing itself once more as a very relevant actor for Ocean science.

Find out more about our events here.

Our Ocean Conference

April 2025

On April 28th-30th 2025, the IPOS presented its AI tool dedicated to the Ocean: the IPOSGPT at the 10th Our Ocean event, in Busan, Korea, in partnership with the European Commission.

The dedicated side event was titled: Towards IPOS : Leveraging the power of AI to accelerate action for global Ocean targets.

Costa Rican Workshop

Under the aegis of the Towards IPOS team, our local partners, representing Small Scale Fishers and decision-makers, met to conduct further discussions.

Such a successful exchange marks an important step in the development of the IPOS's dedicated Pilot Project.

Towards IPOS Info Day - Unveiling the Strategic Overview

The team presented the Strategic Overview for Towards IPOS, a culmination of two years of preparatory work and a comprehensive three-month global consultation. Drawing from invaluable feedback from experts worldwide, the Towards IPOS Consortium has designed a platform tailored to empower decision-makers in bridging the gap between political commitments and tangible actions, by providing unparalleled access to the best ocean knowledge.

We addressed the following key questions:

Why: Tackling the implementation gap in achieving ocean-related international targets.

What: The three core services propelling IPOS forward.

How: Details on hosting, governance structure, and projected budget.

Support: The momentum of political, scientific, and societal backing.

Next Steps: Our roadmap towards the official IPOS launch.

Inclusivity of diverse knowledge lies at the core of IPOS’s mission, a goal that is simple to express but challenging to realize. As we work toward establishing IPOS, we are building connections with ocean practitioners to explore pathways for meaningful collaboration on targeted projects.

IPOS, alongside Swedbio, the ICCA Consortium, Fundación Quantum, and the Universidad de Magdalena, supported a session on capacity building for small-scale fisheries (SSF) in Cali, Colombia, hosted by CoopeSoliDar R.L. Representatives from SSF movements across Latin America gathered to discuss human rights, sustainable practices, and equitable marine conservation. The session prepared SSF leaders for COP16, emphasizing unity, advocacy, and the recognition of traditional knowledge in policy making. This collaborative effort aimed to empower SSF voices for impactful participation on an international stage.

Empowering Small-Scale Fisheries for COP16: Capacity Building Session

March 2025

December 2024

October 2024

Blue Africa Summit: The Tangier Declaration Endorses IPOS for Ocean Sustainability

At the Second Blue Africa Summit in Tangier (Morocco), the Tangier Declaration, adopted under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, brought together over 25 African coastal nations, aiming to strengthen governance, capacity sharing, and sustainable finance.

The declaration endorsed IPOS as a new mechanism to accelerate global ocean conservation efforts (SDG 14, CBD) through clear, science-backed policy solutions. As part of this initiative, IPOS is committed to advancing actionable strategies for inclusive and effective ocean sustainability.

Ocean Dialogues: Towards IPOS: Shaping Ocean Knowledge-Policy Interfaces

The event aimed to gather insights on strengthening Ocean Knowledge-Policy Interfaces (OKPIs) at both national and international levels. By highlighting case studies from Brazil, South Africa, and globally, we intended to inform a Policy Brief on the pathways for enhancing these interfaces within the context of Ocean sustainability.

In early June, the Towards IPOS team attended the CISOS24 Academic Forum and the Immersed In Change high-level political event in Costa Rica.

They presented an initial proposal for the IPOS platform to strengthen the connection between ocean knowledge and decision-making. Highlights included the CISOS24 inauguration presentation, brainstorming with an international group, stakeholder interviews to review the draft TORs, and high-level discussions on IPOS's role in ocean governance. Special thanks to Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica, TBA21, and IRD for their support.

High Level Event on Ocean Action: Immersed in Change

October 2024

August 2024

June 2024

UN Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developping States

At the recent UN4SIDS Conference, Pacific Ocean Commissioner Filimon Manoni and EU Commissioner Jutta Urpilainen co-hosted a key ministerial dialogue to shape the IPOS.

Highlights included strong support from the Pacific Ocean Commissioner, the European Commission, and France, with Mauritius showing great interest. The dialogue stressed the need for a demand-driven approach and the inclusion of SIDS perspectives in the IPOS framework. This event highlighted critical needs and priorities for a strong science-policy interface, focusing on Small Island Developing States.

Ocean Decade Conference: Southern Perspectives on the Science-Policy Interface

A Towards IPOS workshop "Shaping IPOS: Southern perspectives on the science-policy interface" took place at the Institute of Marine Sciences in Barcelona. The objective was to gather valuable insights and perspectives from transdisciplinary experts (scientists, practitioners and decision makers), primarily from the Global South, for an improved interface between ocean knowledge and policy action.

A Towards IPOS event took place at the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. IPOS conducted a series of brainstorming sessions aimed at exploring the application of its demand-driven approaches. Additionally, the event facilitated discussions on the strategic positioning of IPOS within the UN System.

Monaco Ocean Week

May 2024

April 2024

March 2024