The International SeaKeepers Society

Propspeed? and The International SeaKeepers Society are joining forces to promote eco-friendly yachting and marine conservation. Through this partnership, Propspeed’s biocide-free, foul-release coatings will be featured in our Sustainability Kits and Green Guide to Boating, helping vessel owners reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions, and protect marine ecosystems. We're proud to partner with a company that shares our vision for a cleaner, healthier ocean. Thank you, Propspeed, for your commitment to sustainability!

Wonderful dive on Friday monitoring the ORAI City of Hollywood offshore reef site. Joined by a team of University of Florida researchers deploying ROVs to map our structures and create a monitoring baseline. Looking forward to sharing the data! Happy to report a beautiful reef with so much of marine life! Photos coming soon! Big thank you to The International SeaKeepers Society for getting us out on the water making this mission possible! Also to the best captains Rick Thomas and Captain Till! #bluetech #marineconservation #artificialreefs

Did you hear the news? Two of our Junior SeaKeepers have been nominated for the Eco Hero Award by Local 10 News! One of the finalists is Alexia Lorie (2024-25 JSK Cohort). Alexia has been a fierce advocate for plastic reduction, working with the Plastics Free Cities program to help local businesses transition from single-use plastics to sustainable alternatives. As a youth delegate at Capitol Hill Ocean Week, she took her conservation message straight to policymakers. From leading her school’s Green Club to caring for native wildlife, Alexia is determined to shape a greener future. Watch the video to learn more about Alexia and click the link to vote for her as the 2025 Eco Hero: https://lnkd.in/gr2HbEmX

The International SeaKeepers Society, a global nonprofit, has launched its newest chapter in Auckland, New Zealand, serving as a hub for the boating and scientific community in the South Pacific. On March 5th, we hosted the official launch event at the Auckland Boat Show, bringing together vessel owners, researchers, and ocean advocates committed to marine conservation. A huge thank you to everyone who attended. It was an honor to have the presence of our incredible board: Jay Wade and Norma Trease,?our HQ team: Tony Gilbert and Ivonne Gamboa; and our SeaKeepers Asia Chapter Director of Operations & Programmes, Gail Tay. We cannot thank our partners enough for their generous support in making this milestone possible: Pantaenius GmbH, Seabed 2030, Oceanbridge Shipping Ltd, Propspeed, Lawson's Dry Hills, and Trees by Nature. Also, another special thanks to our media partners: Boating Asia Pacific, Coral Sea Marina, environment coastal & offshore (eco) magazine, Marine Business News, Ocean Media, Superyacht Australia, The Superyacht Gathering, and superyacht.news. With this chapter, we’re expanding opportunities for private vessel owners to support groundbreaking research by offering their yachts as platforms for marine scientists. Together, we can help protect our moana and drive critical conservation efforts forward. Join us in making a difference—learn more at https://lnkd.in/dRzYEQz8 #SeaKeepers #SouthPacific #MarineConservation #OceanResearch #AucklandBoatShow

The International SeaKeepers Society is proud to announce that two of our outstanding Junior SeaKeepers have been nominated for the Eco Hero Award by Local 10 News. This honor recognizes young changemakers dedicated to protecting our planet, and both Alexia Lorie and Charlotte Rowe have gone above and beyond to make a difference. Alexia Lorie (2024-25 JSK Cohort) Alexia is a dedicated advocate for plastic reduction, working with the Plastics Free Cities program to help businesses transition to sustainable alternatives. As a youth delegate at Capitol Hill Ocean Week, she brought her conservation message to policymakers. Charlotte Rowe (Spring 2023 JSK Cohort) Charlotte has led impactful conservation efforts as president of her high school’s Everglades Restoration Club, securing grants to restore native habitats and educate her community. Through Junior SeaKeepers, she has taken her passion to the water, assisting with marine research and shark tagging. Support these young conservation leaders! Vote now to help them win the Eco Hero Award: https://lnkd.in/gr2HbEmX The Junior SeaKeepers Program offers high school students hands-on experience in marine science research, conservation education, and community outreach. Visit https://lnkd.in/eHzdhfsv to learn more.

Mediterranean white sharks are among the most endangered in the world—but they’re still out there. These apex predators once roamed the region in greater numbers, but sightings are now rare, and their movements remain a mystery. Scientists know they exist from historical records and recent DNA traces in the water, but without known aggregation sites, locating them is like searching for a needle in a haystack. That’s where you come in. Through our Citizen Science eDNA project, boaters can play a direct role in uncovering the secrets of these elusive sharks. By collecting water samples during your trips, you can help researchers detect white shark DNA, identify potential hotspots, and fill critical knowledge gaps in their conservation. If you’re a boater in the Mediterranean and want to be part of this groundbreaking effort, DM us or visit https://lnkd.in/dY4VS66P to learn more and get involved.

The California State University, Long Beach Shark Lab has been at the forefront of white shark research in California, studying their behavior, tracking their movements, and educating the public on shark safety. Their latest PSA highlights the importance of safe boating in shark nursery areas—reducing risks for both people and marine life. If you're boating in the California coast watch the PSA below! https://lnkd.in/e6fhRHbJ As longtime collaborators with Dr. Chris Lowe and the CSU Shark Lab, SeaKeepers recognizes the importance of continued research in shark conservation and public safety. However, without additional funding, the California Shark Beach Safety Program is at risk of shutting down by 2025. Help keep this program alive by donating here: https://lnkd.in/eRPcbicE Want to do more? Boaters can play a direct role in marine research and conservation by joining the SeaKeepers DISCOVERY Program. By offering time on your vessel, you can support scientists in conducting vital research, including studies like this one. Send us a message to learn how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/e6fhRHbJ

The International SeaKeepers Society is partnering with Royal Cape Yacht Club to support marine research during the Cape2Rio Race, the longest continent-to-continent yacht race in the Southern Hemisphere. Through this collaboration, participating yachts can contribute to global marine science by joining SeaKeepers' DISCOVERY Programme, aiding in ocean mapping efforts through the Seabed 2030 Project. This initiative is a crucial step toward understanding our oceans and promoting sustainable yachting. Join us in making a lasting impact. Cape2Rio participants and RCYC members—this is your chance to help shape the future of ocean research! ???? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eq3eVYPA #SeaKeepers #Cape2Rio #DISCOVERYYachts #OceanConservation #Seabed2030

The International SeaKeepers Society is proud to welcome DISCOVERY Yachts Morning Song, Magic Happens, Akula, HammerCatch, and Happy into our mission to map the world’s ocean floor. As part of the Seabed 2030 Project, these vessels are contributing critical bathymetric data that brings us closer to fully understanding the shape of our oceans. With only 25% of the seafloor mapped, every journey these vessels take adds valuable insights into ocean currents, climate change indicators, and marine resources. By equipping private vessels with simple data loggers, SeaKeepers and its partners are harnessing the power of the global yachting community to advance marine science. We’re grateful to these vessel owners and operators for joining the effort to create a comprehensive map of the ocean floor. Together, we are shaping the future of ocean exploration. Interested in joining the mission? Learn more about how your vessel can contribute: https://lnkd.in/eb5q42Wi #Seabed2030 #OceanMapping #MarineScience #SeaKeepers #OceanConservation

The International SeaKeepers Society is excited to connect with the yachting community at the Dubai International Boat Show, uniting over a shared passion for ocean conservation. Our Director of International Relations, Gill Rodrigues is in attendance and engaging with global partners at the British Superyacht Networking Reception, reinforcing our collective commitment to protecting marine ecosystems. If you’re in Dubai and would like to connect, send us a message! #SeaKeepers #oceanconservation