EMODnet is a core contributor to the EDITO-Infra initiative, co-creating the EU Digital Twin Ocean Data Lake in partnership with Copernicus Marine Service. This high-performance, interoperable infrastructure integrates harmonised historical, near real-time, and forecast marine data, serving as the backbone of the Digital Twin Ocean. EMODnet's extensive network of thematic and regional partners provides foundational datasets across disciplines such as bathymetry, chemistry, biology, geology, physics, and human activities.
Complementing this data foundation, the EDITO-Model Lab project was also present at the EDITO booth, showcasing the modelling component of the European Digital Twin Ocean. Through the development of advanced ocean models, EDITO Model Lab enables users to run scenario-based simulations—or “what-if” experiments—on key topics such as marine spatial planning, biodiversity, pollution, and climate resilience.
The Digital Twin Ocean is being co-designed with stakeholders across sectors to ensure it meets real-world needs—from scientific research to public policy and industry use cases. As the ecosystem of Digital Twin Ocean applications continues to grow, EMODnet remains at the core of this transformation—bridging data, models, users, and policy to support Europe’s mission to restore and protect our ocean and waters.