Mitigating Ship Strikes and Enhancing Carbon Sequestration in the Atlantic

The Atlantic Whale Deal Project serves as testing ground for innovative detection technologies allied with informed decision-making, aiming to enhance marine conservation and safety. One key focus of the AIR Centre is evaluating the potential of high-resolution satellite imagery for assessing ship strike risks. Additionally, the project compares different detection technologies to identify the most suitable options for specific scenarios. The AIR Centre also oversees the development of interactive tools for ship strike mitigation. This activity encompasses designing interdisciplinary and inclusive interactive tools for mapping ship strike risks in the Atlantic, emphasizing collaboration to develop comprehensive risk assessment mechanisms. Community engagement is pivotal as interactive tools are co-created, tested, and evaluated in coastal areas, ensuring their effectiveness and responsiveness to local needs. Finally, the activity envisages deploying accessible interactive tools across the European Atlantic Area, thus providing stakeholders with means to address ship strike risks.