SEAtwins Symposium 2026: Advancing Digital Twins of the Ocean
The SURIMI project is pleased to promote the upcoming SEAtwins Symposium 2026: Advancing Digital Twins of the Ocean, which will take place from 2–5 November 2026 at Aalborg University in Copenhagen. Organised by the SEAtwins cluster, the symposium will bring together leading experts from science, policy, and industry to explore the latest developments in Digital Twins of the Ocean (DTOs) and socio-ecological modelling.
Advancing socio-ecological digital twins
The event focuses on integrating ecological, social, and economic data into next-generation ocean models, supporting more informed and inclusive decision-making for marine management. This aligns closely with SURIMI’s mission to develop innovative socio-ecological models for integration into the European Digital Twin of the Ocean, helping stakeholders explore “what-if” scenarios and improve marine policy and management strategies.
Key themes and programme
Across four days, participants will engage in:
- Scientific presentations and discussions
- Interactive workshops and training sessions
- Poster sessions and knowledge exchange activities
The symposium will address key topics including:
- Digital Twin Ocean technologies and the EDITO framework
- Biodiversity and ecosystem assessment
- Marine protected areas and spatial planning
- Human activities and environmental pressures
- Citizen science and stakeholder engagement
Hands-on sessions will also provide opportunities to explore tools and modelling approaches developed within SEAtwins projects, further strengthening collaboration across the cluster.
Important dates
- Abstract (short, long or poster format) submission deadline: 15 June 2026
- Symposium dates: 2–5 November 2026
- Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Participation in the symposium is free, with registration required. Find out more and register here.
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