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Our Organisation
The Marine Institute was set up under the Marine Institute Act 1991:
“to undertake, to coordinate, to promote and to assist in marine research and development and to provide such services related to research and development, that in the opinion of the Institute, will promote economic development and create employment and protect the marine environment.”
Our Mission
The Marine Institute provides scientific research and development services to government, agencies, industry, and society that support the sustainable use of our maritime area, the protection and restoration of marine ecosystems, and a shared understanding of the ocean.
Ocean Knowledge that Informs and Inspires Corporate Strategy 2023-2027
The Marine Institute’s five-year corporate strategy (2023-2027) Ocean Knowledge that Informs and Inspires sets out eight strategic priorities centring on transforming the Institute’s knowledge, advice, and services to benefit people, policy, and planet. The strategy sets out a roadmap to enable Ireland to deliver on national and EU policy goals on sustainable seafood production, ocean science and management, environment and biodiversity, maritime transport, offshore renewable energy, and climate action.
Our Board Members
The Board of the Marine Institute is comprised of seven members, including a chairman appointed by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Our Management Team
The Marine Institute has six directors, who report to the Chief Executive Officer.