Oceanology International, a prominent forum for ocean science and technology, has extended the deadline for industry professionals to submit proposals for its upcoming conference programme.
This decision follows a substantial response to the initial Call for Content and aims to allow more participants to take part in the event scheduled for next year at London's ExCeL Centre. The new deadline is set for Tuesday, 28th October, providing researchers, scientists, and industry leaders additional time to contribute their work.
Oi26 Technical Sessions Promise Insightful Discussions
The Oi26 technical sessions are anticipated to offer inspiring discussions about the future of ocean technology. Organisers aim for these sessions to spark real-world changes across marine and offshore sectors globally.
As part of the three-day conference held from 10th to 12th March, esteemed industry experts and representatives from organisations such as the Environment Agency, MET Office, and OECD are confirmed to host, present, and moderate sessions.
Seeking Diverse Submissions on Key Ocean Topics
Oceanology International is welcoming submissions on a range of crucial topics
Oceanology International is welcoming submissions on a range of crucial topics.
These include Ocean Observation & Measurement, Marine Pollution Mitigation & Prevention, Offshore Energy, and Uncrewed Vehicles & Vessels, among others. Additionally, the event will introduce a new focus on COAST, highlighting advancements in coastal protection, erosion control, and climate adaptation essential for sustainable development.
Unique Platform for Sharing Expertise
Mehraj Hassan, the Oi26 Conference Manager, emphasised the importance of the technical conference. "Whether you want to share fresh perspectives, present groundbreaking data or reveal new innovations, the Oi Technical Conference is a unique platform, which enables you to showcase your expertise to an engaged audience," Hassan said. Organisers encourage submissions to ensure a wide range of voices contribute to the mission of understanding, protecting, and harnessing ocean resources.
The conference will feature diverse sessions, including presentations at the Ocean Futures Theatre. This 200-seat venue on the exhibition floor will highlight emerging technologies, market trends, and strategies for new ocean enterprises, ensuring participants gain valuable insights and networking opportunities.
Oceanology International, the world’s major forum for ocean science, engineering and technology, has announced an extended opportunity for industry pioneers and professionals to submit proposals for its renowned conference programme at next year’s event.
Oi26 technical sessions
The Oi26 technical sessions are promising once again to deliver inspirational and insightful discussion, which defines the future of ocean technology and drives real-world change across global marine and offshore sectors.
Following a strong response to its initial Call for Content, Oi organisers have set a new submission deadline of Tuesday, 28th October to provide additional time for more researchers, technologists, scientists, engineers and organisations to send in their abstracts and secure a place on stage in front of hundreds of visitors and attendees at London’s ExCeL.
Elite lineup of esteemed experts
An elite lineup of esteemed experts and high-profile industry leaders have already confirmed to host, present and moderate during the three-day conference from 10th to 12th March.
Participants for 2026 include representatives from the Environment Agency, the MET Office and the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development), plus company directors and founders from leading maritime industry associations and companies, such as electric propulsion innovators RAD.
Submissions welcomed on varied topics
Submissions are welcomed on topics including: Ocean Observation & Measurement; Marine Pollution Mitigation & Prevention; Maritime Domain Awareness; Offshore Energy, Marine Data, Analytics & AI; Underwater Communication & Navigation; Uncrewed Vehicles & Vessels, Hydrography, Geophysics & Geotechnics; Offshore Site Characterisation; Ocean Exploration & Mapping; Ocean Mining.
As the new COAST focus launches at Oi26, next year’s conference will expand to include dedicated sessions showcasing the critical coastal and shallow water sectors, highlighting breakthrough developments in coastal protection, erosion control, sediment transport analysis, shoreline stabilisation, and climate adaptation that support sustainable coastal development and ecosystem protection.
Oi Technical Conference
Mehraj Hassan, Oi26 Conference Manager, said: “Whether you want to share fresh perspectives, present groundbreaking data or reveal new innovations, the Oi Technical Conference is a unique platform, which enables you to showcase your expertise to an engaged audience. We urge professionals and organisations to submit abstracts, join the mission to understand, protect and harness our oceans - and make sure your voice is heard at Oi26.”
The selected presentations and speakers will feature in the main conference schedule across a diverse series of technical sessions, including slots at the prominent Ocean Futures Theatre, a 200-seat hub on the exhibition floor, which focuses on emerging technologies, market trends and strategies for new ocean enterprises.
