International Seabed Authority

06/11/2026

📣 Deadline approaching! Applications for Scientific SHE are now open until 10 November 2026!

Are you a researcher or scientific adviser working in marine science? Don't miss this opportunity to join the new cohort of Scientific SHE, part of the International Seabed Authority's See Her Exceed (SHE) Global Mentorship Programme!

This edition focuses on cumulative impacts in the marine environment, empowering women working at the science-policy interface.

What can you expect?

✅ One-on-one mentoring with experts from academia, research institutions or industry.

✅ Opportunities to collaborate on scientific knowledge-sharing and strengthen your professional network.

✅ Visibility at high-level ISA events and access to a Community of Practice on cumulative impact assessment and the ISA alumni network.

The extended deadline of 10 November is fast approaching.

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://isa.org.jm/news/call-for-applications-scientific-she-second-cohort-of-mentees/

06/11/2026

India celebrates the International Day of the Deep Seabed. Watch a video message from Dr. Srinivasa Kumar Tummala, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences Government of India

Commemorate the day. Celebrate the year.

🔗 Learn more: https://deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/

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A message from Dr. Srinivasa Kumar Tummala, Secretary, Ministry of ...

05/11/2026

Celebrate the The International Day of the Deep Seabed throughout the year!



Under the theme “1,000 Reasons to Discover. Share. Use.”, this year’s campaign highlights how scientific discovery, knowledge-sharing and collaboration contribute to the responsible stewardship of the deep seabed and the collective benefits of the common heritage of humankind.



SHARE is about making scientific knowledge more accessible, strengthening participation and ensuring that all voices are heard.



This commitment is reflected in the contributions of , a Member State of the International Seabed Authority.

The Minister for Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources, and Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, and Justice, Hon. Filimoni Vosarogo, shares that Fiji welcomes responsible exploration and research in its waters, “because every species discovered and every dataset shared brings our Pacific family closer to decisions built on evidence, not pressure.”



The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources, Mr. Paula N. B. Cirikiyasawa, emphasizes that “stewardship must be planned before the first disturbance of the seabed, not after it. Pacific scientists, Pacific data and Pacific voices must help shape those rules.”



In May 2026, Suva hosted States and regional partners for technical training and dialogue on deep-seabed governance, the roles and responsibilities of States sponsoring activities in the Area, environmental management and data-sharing.



During the Pacific SIDS Regional Workshop on Deep Seabed, ISA launched two key publications:

⏭️ Toolkit on the Roles and Responsibilities of States Sponsoring Activities in the Area (https://isa.org.jm/publications/toolkit-roles-and-responsibilities-of-states-sponsoring-activities-in-the-area/)

⏭️ Guidelines for Negotiations and Contractual Dealings with Sponsored Entities (https://isa.org.jm/publications/guidelines-for-negotiations-and-contractual-dealings-with-sponsored-entities/)



The workshop reinforced the importance of knowledge-sharing, capacity development and regional cooperation in empowering Pacific Small Island Developing States to participate meaningfully in deep-seabed governance.



Discover. Share. Use. 🔗 Learn more: https://deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/



Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources

03/11/2026

We’ve just commemorated the International Day of the Deep Seabed, but will celebrate the year in the lead up to the 60th anniversary of Arvid Pardo’s historic speech on the seabed as the common heritage of humankind.



Under the theme “1,000 Reasons to: Discover. Share. Use.”, we are showing how taxonomic research, data-sharing, capacity development and scientific collaboration support effective stewardship and science-based decision-making in the Area.



The President of the Assembly of the International Seabed Authority, Mr. Oliver Whitehead, from the Kingdom of the , is helping advance inclusive multilateral dialogue: “Attaining more knowledge through deep sea science is essential to informed decision-making about the management, preservation and use of the seabed.”



The Assembly comprises all ISA 172 Members – 171 States plus the European Union.



The President of the ISA Council for the 31st Session, High Commissioner Mayank Joshi, from , highlights that through “dialogue, cooperation and a shared commitment, the Council continues its efforts to develop a robust, equitable and environmentally responsible regulatory framework for activities in the Area.”



The Council is one of the main decision-making bodies of the ISA, composed by 36 Members elected by the Assembly.

Swipe to read their quotes and join celebrations by sharing with us your reason why!

02/11/2026

What life lies hidden in the deep seabed?

Across vast stretches of the ocean floor beyond national waters, much remains unknown. Scientists aim to identify at least 1,000 deep-sea species new to science by 2030, helping us better understand marine life.

More from the International Seabed Authority on Sunday’s International Day of the Deep Seabed: https://deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/

01/11/2026

Happy International Day of the Deep Seabed!

The thematic focus for the 2026 observance is “1,000 Reasons to: Discover. Share. Use.”, anchored in ISA’s Sustainable Seabed Knowledge Initiative (SSKI) and its One Thousand Reasons campaign, which supports international efforts to expand knowledge of deep-sea biodiversity, including the ambition to describe at least 1,000 new deep-sea species by 2030.

Read the message from Madam Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority, Leticia Carvalho:

"This year’s taxonomy theme celebrates a new era of ISA. An era that galvanises the science of connectivity between the deep seabed, its mineral resources, species, ecosystems, and the water column in order to advance technology, knowledge sharing and capacity building; use evidence base for decision making; and power sustainable ocean governance from seabed to surface."

Celebrate ! Swipe to read more leadership quotes from Peter Thomson, , , , and learn more at https://lnkd.in/d9gVVcvY

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Ministry of Earth Sciences Government of India
გარემოსდაცვითი ინფორმაციისა და განათლების ცენტრი

30/10/2026

The International Day of the Deep Seabed is this Sunday, 1 November!

This year, under the theme “1,000 Reasons to: Discover. Share. Use.”, the International Seabed Authority is celebrating the power of science, taxonomy and international collaboration to advance our understanding of deep-sea biodiversity.

SHARE

By sharing knowledge, we can strengthen access to data, samples, scientific expertise, and capacity, and help connect knowledge through scientific networks and platforms.

India and Georgia are sharing to build knowledge and capacity.

Recently, the city of Kochi hosted the Deep Sea Macrofauna Taxonomy School, organized by ISA in collaboration with the Government of India. The programme brought together experts for lectures, practical field sampling and laboratory sessions, strengthening taxonomic expertise and scientific networks.

And Georgia is sharing deep-sea knowledge through public education, with its Environmental Information and Education Centre marking with a four-part social media campaign highlighting newly described deep-sea species and the importance of scientific research.

ISA extends its appreciation to Member States such as and for their continued support of capacity development, scientific collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

🔗 Discover more about the International Day of the Deep Seabed: https://deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/

Ministry of Earth Sciences Government of India
გარემოსდაცვითი ინფორმაციისა და განათლების ცენტრი

29/10/2026

USE scientific knowledge to inform better decisions! 🌊

Scientific evidence plays a vital role in strengthening environmental management, supporting technological innovation, and informing policy and decision-making.

To mark the International Day of Deep Seabed on 1 November, the International Seabed Authority is showcasing initiatives that demonstrate how research can be translated into practical approaches for environmental management and responsible deep-seabed governance.

One example is the Regional Environmental Management Plan for the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, which establishes a network of 13 Areas of Particular Environmental Interest (APEIs) where mineral exploitation activities are excluded.

Together, the network of APEIs covers approximately 1.97 million km² seabed, demonstrating the importance of scientific evidence in supporting the protection of the marine environment.

🔎 Discover how science can move from knowledge to action.

🔗 Learn more about : https://deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/

28/10/2026

Fun Fact: More than 30,800 deep-sea species have already been described and recorded in the World Register of Deep-Sea Species (WoRDSS)!

By identifying, describing and naming organisms, taxonomists turn individual discoveries into structured scientific knowledge that researchers and regulators, including the International Seabed Authority, can use to inform environmental management and decision-making.

Efforts to catalogue marine biodiversity in the CCZ also contribute to global knowledge systems such as the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS) and WoRDSS. By connecting species records with ISA’s DeepData platform, scientists are helping make taxonomic information more accessible and usable across the scientific community.

As we prepare to celebrate the International Day of the Deep Seabed, discover why taxonomy is essential to advancing deep-sea science and supporting science-informed governance.

🔗 Read the full story: https://deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/stories/taxonomy-governance

27/10/2026

Why does taxonomy matter? Tell us your reason why!

Every newly described species brings us closer to understanding life in the deep ocean. But behind each discovery are , and experts whose work is building our knowledge of marine biodiversity.

As part of the International Day of the Deep Seabed campaign, the International Seabed Authority is inviting scientists, taxonomists, institutions and ocean stakeholders worldwide to join the conversation and share why taxonomy matters to them.

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, Peter Thomson, shares his reason why below!

Now it's your turn: share a short video or a quote explaining why taxonomy matters to you. Share it on social media, tag ISA and use and to join the global conversation.

🔗 Discover more: deepseabedday.isa.org.jm/