Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 26 September 2024
105. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the scope and objective of the INFOMAR hydrographic survey work being carried out under Marine Notice No. 6 of 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38232/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Marine Notice No. 6 of 2024 is a notice of operations for Ireland’s national seabed mapping programme, INFOMAR. This is a jointly managed seabed mapping initiative between Geological Survey Ireland and the Marine Institute, funded by my Department. INFOMAR aims to provide comprehensive and accessible marine datasets for Irish waters that underpin and add value to marine research, SOLAS Convention obligations and government policy. These products will foster growth within the national blue economy, maintain the health and integrity of our natural marine environment while facilitating international collaboration and best practice in the sustainable development of Ireland's marine resource.
All information regarding the programme can be found at www.infomar.ie. All data are freely accessible to the public and can be downloaded at the following link: experience.arcgis.com/experience/3f2815ec89e745d2b65630429d06385c .
