Mario Špadina (CEO) and Stipe Lukin (CTO) of SeaCras recently took part in the Technical and Scientific Workshop at the Digital Ocean Forum 2024 (DOF2024) in Brussels, an event aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation in the marine science and technology sector. The European Digital Twin of the Ocean (EDITO) initiative, a centerpiece of the forum, is a groundbreaking effort aimed at creating a thriving digital ecosystem for marine data.
The EDITO platform is designed to co-create and innovate through community assets, science, and technology, advancing the accessibility and use of marine data across Europe.
SeaCras as a contributing partner is excited about the much-needed launch of the EDITO and the continuous upgrades to the platform, so that together with our partners we can create Croatia’s digital replica of the Adriatic sea.
On the management level, the success of the initiative is largely credited to key partners, including Mercator Ocean International, VLIZ (Flanders Marine Institute), and the European Commission, whose leadership and hard work have been instrumental in bringing EDITO to fruition.
However, despite the progress, several critical questions remain for the marine data provider community. These include:
1) How can data harmonization and interoperability be further improved?
2) What steps can be taken to ensure data accessibility for a broader community of stakeholders?
3) How can high-level intelligence be derived from the existing data sets?
SeaCras is fully aligned with the mission of EDITO, and is committed to actively contributing to the European Digital Twin Ocean through its innovative projects and partnerships. The company is making a significant impact toward creating a more harmonized, accessible, and insightful marine data environment, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of marine data science.