As ocean-based industries drive nearly $4 trillion in annual global output and ocean assets hold a collective value of $24 trillion, the need for smart, sustainable marine governance has never been greater. Hydrospatial infrastructure—merging traditional hydrography with advanced geospatial intelligence—offers transformative potential for blue carbon restoration, maritime resilience, marine energy, and coastal economy revitalization. This one-day summit will explore how geospatial solutions can underpin the future of the blue economy, balancing economic growth with environmental protection across ocean and coastal ecosystems.
