Introducing Ocean Remediation of Underwater Munitions
Millions of tonnes of wartime munitions remain on the seabed across all European sea basins. As they corrode, they pose growing environmental and safety risks, including the release of harmful substances. Some have also started to act as artificial reefs, with marine organisms settling on their surfaces. With corrosion advancing and maritime activities intensifying, the risks are mounting. Addressing this challenge requires urgent, coordinated action and innovation.
On Wednesday 17 December from 17:00 – 17:45, REVOLVE and JPI Oceans are bringing together leading industry experts and research initiatives to advance safe, sustainable solutions for the detection and remediation of underwater munitions.
Members of the media are invited to join online for this exclusive event to learn how European cooperation and cutting-edge technologies are helping turn a hidden environmental hazard into an opportunity for scientific and policy leadership.
Speakers:
- Aaron Beck, Senior Biogeochemist at Geomar
- Peter Nieuwveld, Solution Owner for UXO Risk Mitigation at Fugro