Ocean data and monitoring
Explore ocean observing services
Access observing networks, specialist infrastructure, and coordinated programmes supporting research, forecasting, planning, and marine activities.
Live and coastal information
Real-time and coastal observations
Use established observing networks to access conditions in Galway Bay, offshore waters, and coastal areas.
SmartBay Observatory
SmartBay Observatory provides real-time ocean data from Galway Bay, including live video, environmental sensors, and virtual access to underwater systems.
Irish Marine Data Buoy Observation Network
Access real-time wave, wind, and sea-temperature data from Ireland’s marine buoy network for research, forecasting, and marine activities.
Irish National Tide Gauge Network & GLOSS
Access real-time sea-level measurements and tidal predictions supporting research, planning, and the safe use of Ireland’s coastal areas.
Long-term observations
Deep Sea Moorings
Deep-sea moorings and seabed landers monitor North Atlantic temperature, salinity, and ocean circulation. Their observations support research into environmental change.
Autonomous platforms
Floats and underwater gliders
Autonomous systems gather observations below the surface and contribute to national, European, and global ocean observing.
Argo Network
The global Argo network uses autonomous ocean floats to measure conditions below the surface for research, climate understanding, and ocean-science communication.
Irish Glider Network
Our autonomous underwater gliders collect high-resolution data on ocean conditions as part of Ireland’s contribution to the European Ocean Observing System.
Wave conditions
Irish Wave Buoy Network
The network provides high-resolution, real-time wave data for offshore industry, scientific research, and understanding Ireland’s wave climate.
Coastal change
Sentinel Sites
Dedicated sites around Ireland provide high-frequency coastal observations. They track environmental change affecting ocean health, marine life, and coastal communities.
Research capability
National Equipment Pool
Access specialist oceanographic instruments for marine research, surveys, and offshore activities without the need for direct ownership.
Research and collaboration
Marine research infrastructure
Explore European research activity and information about Ireland’s marine research infrastructure.
EU Funded Research
We participate in Horizon Europe and Interreg projects that strengthen marine research infrastructure across Europe.
Inventory of Marine Research Infrastructures
Access the 2022 compendium, interactive dashboard, and datasets covering Ireland’s marine research infrastructure to support research and collaboration.
National coordination
EirOOS
The Irish Ocean Observing System integrates Ireland’s marine monitoring platforms. It provides coordinated ocean and climate data across Irish and Northeast Atlantic waters.
Global observations
GO-SHIP
GO-SHIP provides long-term observations for research into ocean circulation, carbon processes, and climate change. The data also support modelling and global climate assessments.