Accelerating Ocean Protection & Restoration through Data

HUB Ocean proudly supports the world’s most ambitious biodiversity initiative: the 30x30 commitment—a global pledge to protect at least 30% of the planet’s land and ocean by 2030.

Unleashing the power of data for a healthier ocean

  • Marine Protected Areas: The global pledge to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 is gaining real traction.

  • High Seas: The BBNJ (High Seas) Treaty has reached its 60-country ratification milestone, unlocking the first global legal pathway for marine protected areas beyond national borders.

  • 100% Ocean Management: Leaders like South Korea, Panama, and Samoa are already managing 100% of their ocean zones sustainably, showing what’s possible.

    While momentum is undeniable, key challenges remain. To truly deliver on these global commitments, we must close critical data gaps and ensure high-quality, actionable information reaches the stakeholders who can turn goals into lasting impact.

Momentum is Building

Helping governments achieve a 100% sustainably managed ocean and 30% Protection by 2030

Ocean governance has long been complex—and valuable data often stays locked away. As the world races toward the 30x30 goal (protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030), accelerating effective protection is more urgent than ever. The Ocean Data Platform changes the game. It gives marine spatial planners and all stakeholders—from scientists to sovereign states—one place to access relevant data, decision tools, and actionable insights.

HUB Ocean’s digital infrastructure empowers faster, more unified action through:

  • Showcase the best available data for a region

  • Engage stakeholders to build deeper data capabilities

  • Involve researchers and vessels to fill critical data gaps

Spotlight: WIO Symphony uses data stored on the Ocean Data Platform and accessed via API to power its tools.

Every day, we’re forming deeper connections to protect and restore our ocean.

We Want to Work with You

Research and Scientists

Contribute your data and insights to accelerate conservation science. Join our global network of ocean researchers.

  • Share your datasets with the community

  • Use our platform for faster research

  • Collaborate on conservation projects

Philanthropists and Funders

Fund high-impact protection projects with confidence. Use data to maximize your conservation investment.

  • Track impact of your investments

  • Connect with high impact projects

Government Agencies, NGOs and and other Partners

Partner with us for greater impact. Leverage our platform and network to amplify your conservation efforts.

  • Access comprehensive ocean data

  • Join our partner network

  • Collaborate on 30x30 initiatives

Filling Data Gaps

Research Vessel Partnership

The 30x30 initiative is a shared priority for HUB Ocean and our sister organization REV Ocean. Together we're driving a multi-year impact journey to fill data gaps.

  • Mission Planning Support

    Help research vessels plan more effective missions using our comprehensive data catalog and gap analysis.

  • Post-Cruise Data Pipelines

    Streamline data processing and sharing after research cruises to maximize scientific impact.

Contact: jo.ovstaas@oceandata.earth

Industry Data Partnerships

Private companies can make a game-changing contribution to ocean understanding. Currently, just 3% of public ocean data comes from industry.

  • Unlock Hidden Value

    Transform your operational data into conservation insights while maintaining competitive advantages.

  • Demonstrate Leadership

    Show commitment by sharing industry data or joining consortiums with us to create new Marine Protected Areas or improve existing ones.

One of our longest standing partners, Aker Biomarine, took unprecedented steps toward the creation of Antarctic Marine Protected Areas. Read full article here.

Philanthropic Support Needed

The specific consortium we build for various Marine Protected Area initiatives require philanthropic support. Help us accelerate goals through funding and partnerships.

Data Infrastructure

Fund critical data and platform development at HUB Ocean

Projects & Proposals

Join proposals with HUB Ocean and partners on MPA initiatives

If your organization is interested in accelerating 30X30 with HUB Ocean, please contact our philanthropy lead, Tom Redd at: tom.redd@oceandata.earth

A Safe Haven Approach to Ocean Data

For resilience and trust, HUB Ocean’s “Safe Haven” approach extends to multi-cloud, multi-region durability. The Ocean Data Platform is a secure, neutral, and resilient digital space where ocean data can live, grow, and be shared across borders and generations. Powered by the Ocean Data Platform.

Geographic Regions

The Ocean Data Platform operates globally, while Protect and Restore initiatives - which are jointly led with REV Ocean - are more local. Currently, we are developing advanced data capabilities in the South Atlantic, with plans to expand further. We’ve got a number of partners involved already.

Ready to Accelerate the Protection and Restoration of our Ocean Through Data? 

This is your moment. Whether you're a visionary leader, a passionate scientist, or a committed funder—HUB Ocean is your partner in impact