Ocean Exchange Kicks Off for 2026

As Ocean Exchange enters its first full season as a fully integrated program within the MTS family, I want to briefly reintroduce our mission for anyone still getting acquainted with us — and outline how members can engage in the months ahead. Ocean Exchange identifies and supports solutions that improve ocean health, strengthen coastal systems, and advance the broader blue economy. Joining MTS last July has expanded our reach and strengthened our ability to advance these innovations with the benefit of MTS's global network and technical community. 

BlueConneX Launches as the Connective Intelligence Platform for the Ocean Enterprise 

New market intelligence platform will deliver clarity before action for industry professionals, investors, and innovators navigating the Ocean Enterprise  

MTS Member Spotlight: Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies

A Growing Community, A Shared Purpose

As 2025 comes to a close, I want to pause and simply say: thank you. To our members, volunteers, and partners around the world – your time, trust, and commitment continue to shape MTS in meaningful ways.

Ocean Exchange Awards $330,000 in Prizes to Blue Economy Startups

Fort Lauderdale, FL, November 11, 2025 - The Ocean Exchange, a leader in supporting the acceleration of innovative solutions for healthy oceans and the sustainable blue economy announces the winners of three Neptune awards for $100,000 each, plus three $10,000 Collegiate Awards. 

Record Month of Innovation and Connection

If October felt especially busy across the MTS community, that's because it was. The past few weeks were the most engaged, technically focused, and connected month in our organization's 60+ year history — a true reflection of the drive, expertise, and collaboration that define our members around the world.

Advancing Safety, Innovation, and Collaboration: Highlights from the 2025 MTS Dynamic Positioning Conference

The 2025 MTS Dynamic Positioning (DP) Conference once again brought together industry leaders, engineers, and innovators from around the globe to advance the future of dynamic positioning technology. Held in Houston, the conference featured engaging discussions, technical presentations, and networking opportunities that reinforced MTS's commitment to advancing safe, reliable, and innovative DP operations worldwide.

World Submarine Organization Concludes 22nd International Submarine Symposium

October 17, 2025 — The World Submarine Organization (WSO) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the 22nd International Submarine Symposium, held from October 7–10 at the Spanish Oceanographic Institute in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Bridging Knowledge and Innovation: Highlights from OCEANS 2025

Thank you all for joining us for the last MTS/IEEE-OES OCEANS Conference in Chicago! This international event brought ocean professionals to the Great Lakes, our freshwater ocean, for the first time. The conference theme this year was New Horizons in Blue Tech: Bridging Knowledge and Innovation, as the Great Lakes Region serves as a bridge for two nations to the sea. 

Highlights from the Fisheries & Benthic Monitoring TechSurge

Ocean Exchange Names Collegiate Finalists for 2025

Three $10,000 prizes to be conferred: The Guy Harvey Foundation and 2 Ocean Exchange Collegiate Awards

Your Voice Shapes Our Society: A Note from the MTS President

As summer draws to a close, I’m excited to share a few important updates and opportunities for you to connect, contribute, and celebrate as part of the global MTS community. 

Growth & Change at MTS: A Note from the MTS CEO

The last few years have been a period of consistent growth for the MTS community and the organization. Coming on the heels of the pandemic, some of that growth—like our larger member community, new and renewed events, and expanded communication channels—is to be expected. Other changes to the MTS organization and community—like the launch of the Ocean Enterprise Initiative and the mergers of MATE and Ocean Exchange into our family of programs—have come as step-function changes that have rapidly expanded our reach, community, revenue, and impact.  

Ocean Exchange Names Finalists for Three $100,000 Non-Dilutive Awards

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, September 23, 2025 - With its 2025 event set for October 26-28, Ocean Exchange has named the finalists for their three $100,000 awards, which will be conferred on October 28th. Ocean Exchange is a leader in supporting the acceleration of innovative solutions for healthy oceans, coastlines and the sustainable blue economy. 

2025 EMERGE Program Recipients

Each year, the Marine Technology Society (MTS) proudly supports the growth and development of emerging professionals in the field of marine technology through our EMERGE Program. We are excited to introduce this year's participants, who have exhibited outstanding dedication and a strong commitment to advancing marine technology. Meet the individuals:

Meet the 2025 MTS Awardees

We are thrilled to announce the recipients of our 2025 MTS Awards! Each year, we celebrate the outstanding accomplishments and dedication of the marine technology community. This year's awardees represent a diverse range of expertise and serve as inspiring examples of excellence across various areas, from technological innovation to volunteerism and mentorship. We are also proud to recognize a company that has made an extraordinary contribution to advancing marine technology. Our awardees exemplify a steadfast commitment to tackling challenges that have a lasting and meaningful impact on our interconnected global community.