Our aim at NOC is to build a world where everyone feels empowered and inspired to help our oceans thrive
As we grow into the role of an independent research organisation, we have evolved our brand to tell a more compelling, differentiating story with clarity of purpose and a distinctive look that takes inspiration from the ocean to enthuse, engage and enrol.
Be part of the community shaping our ocean’s future
Get involvedInto the Blue Podcast
Into the Blue, a new podcast produced by the National Oceanography Centre, will dive deeper into a variety of hot topics relating to oceanography with a diverse selection of scientists who are all helping to enhance our knowledge of the ocean.
Watch or listen to the podcastsNOC Annual Report and Finances
In our latest Annual Report and Financial Statements, we share the great success stories as the UK’s leading marine research charity, building a world where everyone feels empowered and inspired to help the Ocean thrive.
Read the NOC Annual Report and Finances (pdf)The NOC provides Facilities to the UK Marine Research Community
Advances in ocean science depend on measurements in the ocean. Satellite observations provide data for the surface layer of the ocean. To penetrate beyond the surface, scientists rely on in situ physical measurements from a range of platforms, including research ships, ocean observatories, moorings, and autonomous underwater and surface vehicles.
More about FacilitiesWorld-leading innovative Science and Technology underpinning the Ocean Economy
The National Oceanography Centre is in a unique position of having world-leading multi-disciplinary scientific and technical expertise which can help unlock the economic and societal potential of the ocean across a range of industry sectors.
Working with BusinessIn the Spotlight
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Marine Geohazards
Underwater phenomena including: landslides, volcanic eruptions, turbidity currents and tsunamis; these represent a threat to humans and the environment.
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RRS Discovery Virtual Tour
Explore one of the world’s most advanced research vessels from bridge to engine room.
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FLAME
Aims to establish a Global Coastal Ocean Model Intercomparison Programme that will provide climate change impacts and hazard assessments to future IPCC reports.
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Online Learning
A free Ocean Science in Action educational video course.
News
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Understanding regional climate change essential for effective climate adaptation policy, study finds
1 October 2024A new study of regional climate data has highlighted a need for a region-specific focus on emerging climate change signals to underpin more effective...
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National Oceanography Centre trialling fossil-free marine fuels
26 September 2024The UK’s National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is trialling the use of a fossil-free marine diesel to fuel the Royal Research Ships (RRS) James...
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UK future marine infrastructure in focus at MATS
24 September 2024The future direction of the UK’s marine research infrastructure and how to succeed in taking on solo global ocean challenges are on the keynote...
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NOC ambassador adding ocean science to latest round-the-world challenge
20 September 2024A British adventurer sailing single handed around the world – after first cycling and flying the earth’s circumference – has...
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Latest data to help predict critical climate-influencing ocean circulation released
20 September 2024Nearly 20 years of continuous data tracking the behaviour of a major system of ocean currents that underpins Western Europe’s mild climate is...
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Free family science weekend: Come aboard the RRS James Cook in Cardiff
18 September 2024How does the sand predict climate change? Could you be a space photographer? What’s life like on a Royal Research Ship? Book your ticket to...
Latest Publications
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Emerging signals of climate change from the equator to the poles: new insights into a warming world
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Global oceans - Meridional overturning circulation and heat transport in the Atlantic Ocean [in: State of the Climate in...
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Global climate - Night marine air temperature
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Global oceans - Sea-level variability and change