Ocean News

Mercator Ocean International is an international reference for Ocean data and expertise and provides a variety of thematic pages and Ocean Bulletins, following changes in the Ocean in line with climate change and natural variations. We provide a growing suite of Bulletins, offering in-depth coverage on topics like Marine Heatwaves, Sea Ice, El Niño, and more.

With PhD candidate Ergane Fouchet on board, Mercator Ocean is participating in the 36th PIRATA cruise, contributing essential observations in the tropical Atlantic to support research and operational ocean forecasting.

April 8, 2026

The WMO marks World Meteorological Day by releasing its 2025 State of the Global Climate Report, with Mercator Ocean as a key contributor. The World Meteorological Organization has released its annual flagship

March 23, 2026