Missions
OceanX missions are groundbreaking ocean expeditions aboard the OceanXplorer that combine advanced science, technology, and collaboration to deepen understanding of the ocean and drive solutions for its protection and sustainable use.
Around Africa 2025
Seychelles 2024
Malaysia 2024
Indonesia 2024
United Arab Emirates 2023
Azores 2023
Red Sea 2022
About our Missions
OceanX Missions supercharge ocean understanding and provide an inspiring vision of what is possible when humanity commits to our ocean.
An OceanX Mission is a pivotal opportunity to enhance a region’s knowledge of its waters.
OceanX Missions bring every aspect of our impact work to life. We venture into new regions, forging powerful collaborations that focus on the environmental priorities set by our partners and stakeholders. With our cutting-edge technology and scientific expertise, we dive into unique habitats, uncover new discoveries, and explore innovative and sustainable conservation efforts. At the same time, our educational programs connect with local communities through virtual opportunities, ship tours, and hands-on learning, igniting a passion for ocean leadership in the next generation.
By tackling the environmental challenges that matter most, we drive meaningful conservation efforts and sustainable benefits. We integrate scientific expertise, inspiring educational programs, cutting-edge technology, and innovative partnerships to protect the ocean.
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Coral Reefs
Deep Ocean
eDNA
Genomics
Habitat Characterization
Annelida – segmented worms
Arthropoda – crustaceans, horseshoe crabs
Bacteria and Microbes
Brachiopoda – lamp shells
Bryozoa – moss animals
Chordata – tunicates, lancelets, and vertebrates
Cnidaria – jellyfish, corals, sea anemones
Ctenophora – comb jellies
Dinoflagellata – algae
Echinodermata – sea stars, sea urchins, sea cucumbers
Foraminifera – single-celled protists
Mollusca – clams, squids, octopuses
Nematoda – roundworms
Platyhelminthes – flatworms
Porifera – sponges
Benthos
Coastal Zones
Coral Reefs
Deep Ocean
Pelagic
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Around Africa 2025
Our mapping of understudied seamount ecosystems across Africa enhances understanding of biodiversity and geological complexity while informing conservation and scientific advancement
Seychelles 2024
Uniting cutting-edge ocean exploration, biodiversity research, and deep-sea mapping with hands-on training and public engagement advances marine conservation, fisheries science, and Seychellois scientific capacity.
Malaysia 2024
OceanX and partners conducted comprehensive research to understand critical coral reef ecosystems.
Indonesia 2024
Provide critical ocean data to help support Indonesia’s rich ecological diversity, significant dependence and culture around fisheries, efforts to decrease vulnerability to tsunamis and seismic activity, and strong cultural ties to the ocean.
United Arab Emirates 2023
The mission leveraged eDNA for improved fisheries assessment and expanded seafloor, habitat, and biodiversity surveys across UAE waters, aiding in MPA establishment and sustainable fisheries management.
Azores 2023
Collaboratively exploring nutrient-rich seamounts in Azores, OceanX and local researchers uncovered important deep-sea habitats and implemented and maintained survey methods, supporting long-term protection of these biodiverse ecosystems.
Red Sea 2022
OceanX scientists and local researchers explored seafloor structures and mesophotic reefs, discovering new marine species, behaviors, and relationships.
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OceanX’s impact is powered by pioneering technologies, including the flagship research vessel – the OceanXplorer.