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TRUSTED project : Shom metrology to help measure the temperature of ocean surface waters, a key indicator of climate change
In 2023, the Copernicus programme set a new world record for the temperature of ocean surface waters: 20.96°C*.
7 future marine cartographers trained at Shom's School in 2024
Since January the 8th, Shom's School has welcomed a new class to its benches. During 9 months, 7 students from a wide range of backgrounds will be preparing to become category 2 cartographic technicians.
10 things you may not know about metrology at Shom
1. Without metrology, no oceanography
Without sensors calibrated according to stable references, it is impossible for the scientific community to use their results.
3 questions to Armelle Sommier on CISE-ALERT project
The CISE-ALERT project started in November 2022 and brings together 13 maritime surveillance stakeholders from 8 Member States. The aim is for them to share information and data in order to support their missions at sea.