Month: February 2026

Announcing the 2026 Ocean Leaders

We are delighted to announce the eight ocean professionals chosen as the 2026 Edinburgh Ocean Leaders. Based in Brazil, the Canary Islands, Colombia, the Cook Islands, Ghana, Namibia, Switzerland and the UK, and spanning the sectors of conservation, communications, sustainable aquaculture, community-led conservation, small scale fisheries, activism and entrepreneurship, the new cohort represents the diversity of …

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Kristina Gjerde: a tribute to an inspiring friend and colleague

Kristina Gjerde passed away on 26th December 2025, following a battle with cancer. Quite simply, Kristina was a global superstar, famous for her inspired leadership and dedication to securing a positive future for the High Seas. In particular, she played pivotal roles in the design and creation of the international Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ), …

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