Driving Marine and Coastal Insight Across Europe and Beyond
At IECS, our work spans decades of scientific inquiry, policy development, and environmental stewardship. From pioneering European Union research programmes to bespoke international consultancy, we’ve contributed to shaping sustainable marine and coastal futures through evidence-based solutions and collaborative innovation.
European Leadership in Marine Science and Policy
IECS has played a central role in numerous EU-funded initiatives, tackling complex challenges such as eutrophication, biodiversity loss, climate change, and marine spatial planning. Our contributions to projects like FP5 EUROTOPH, FP7 DEVOTES, and HorizonEurope’s MarineSABRES and MarinePlan reflect our commitment to integrative science and ecosystem-based management. Whether assessing ecological status, modelling cumulative pressures, or supporting governance in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, our work continues to inform policy and practice across European waters.
Global Reach, Local Impact
Beyond Europe, IECS delivers targeted expertise to governments, regulators, and industry worldwide. Recent projects include environmental assessments for offshore mining in Southern Africa, habitat compensation strategies for offshore wind developments with Ørsted Ltd, and ecological advice for coastal developments in the UK and Abu Dhabi. Our team has supported Natural England in operationalising Good Environmental Status, advised on estuarine impacts for infrastructure and aquaculture, and contributed to global knowledge synthesis on man-made marine structures through INSITE.
Current Projects
