The European Commission is calling for applications for the High-Level European Ocean Board, a new expert group established under the European Ocean Pact.
The call for applications is open for a period of 4 weeks, offering professionals and organisations the opportunity to help shape the future of ocean governance.
The Commission will select up to 25 members, considering the following criteria:
- demonstrated experience in areas related to the ocean, the maritime economy, and marine or coastal policies (including fisheries), particularly at the European and/or international level
- the skills, experience, and seniority of the proposed representatives
- a good command of English, sufficient to actively take part in discussions
The role of the high-level expert group will be to
- advise the Commission on and contribute to the effective implementation of the European Ocean Pact
- provide opinions on specific matters related to the Ocean Pact and
- foster
dialogue among members to encourage coherence and synergy between EU
policies and private sector initiatives.
In this context, the Board will play a key role in the upcoming ocean observation initiative, supporting ocean knowledge, research and innovation, ocean literacy, and the maritime economy.
The members will be invited for a first meeting in March 2026 and appointed for a term of up to five years. Meetings will take place yearly. While participation does not include remuneration, travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed.
The European Ocean Board welcomes representatives from civil society or organisations at the EU level, possessing comprehensive competence and expertise in ocean-related areas. Selected members will ensure geographical representation across EU countries, enriching the group's diversity and insights.