Centre of Excellence
in Ocean Research
and Engineering
Harnessing innovation and knowledge to advance a collaborative, sustainable Blue Economy.
Portugal’s first Centre of Excellence dedicated to the ocean and its future
INESCTEC.OCEAN is a leading hub for ocean-related research and innovation. We deliver advanced, data-driven technological solutions that support underwater exploration activities, ocean energy systems, and climate resilient technology for a sustainable Blue Economy. Our work is rooted in strong partnerships with academia, industry, and public institutions.
Research Focus
Ocean Energy
Developing resilient, renewable energy systems for offshore environments, including floating wind, wave, photovoltaic, and hybrid technologies, fully integrated with smart grid and port decarbonisation strategies.
Marine Robotics
Designing autonomous systems capable of operating in remote and hazardous marine conditions, reducing operational risk and enabling extended ocean missions through advanced robotics and digital twin technology.
Marine Structures
Engineering next-generation marine infrastructures to support sustainable aquaculture, energy production, and scientific research, with a focus on environmental integration, safety, and cost-efficiency.
Ocean Data
Advancing ocean intelligence through integrated sensing, communication, and digital twinning technologies —transforming marine data into actionable knowledge for monitoring, modelling, and prediction.
News & Highlights
In October, INESC TEC crossed from the Atlantic to the Pacific to take part in Korea Maritime Week. Eduardo Silva,…
Idea sharing or Post-it swapping? In October, INESC TEC organised a Workshop on Governance within the scope of INESCTEC.OCEAN. Combining presentations with…
INESC TEC researchers have been conducting tests with biosamplers in both Portuguese and Belgian seas throughout the year. The goal?…
What is the importance of monitoring seabed exploration for the sustainability of the oceans? How is the sustainability of human…
In the heart of the Atlantic, INESC TEC co-organised another WAVES workshop, dedicated to advanced research vehicles. In the “Windy…
The ocean sustains life on Earth — feeding billions, regulating the climate, and driving global economies. Yet, as humanity’s dependence…
Our Consortium
INESCTEC.OCEAN is led by INESC TEC (Portugal), in partnership with SINTEF Ocean (Norway), Fórum Oceano, and APDL. Together, these institutions join decades of experience in scientific research, innovation, and marine operations.
