Partnership to restore Europe’s kelp forests with space-to-sea tech

SeaForester Group has signed an agreement with Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) and Kongsberg Discovery to develop an efficient monitoring solution for kelp forests restoration and protection in Europe.

KSAT will provide satellite-based monitoring, enabling near real-time detection of kelp forest health, coverage, and changes over time. The collaboration aims to integrate space-to-sea technologies to support conservation efforts, data analytics, and decision-making for maritime ecosystems.

Key aspects:

Partnership among SeaForester Group, KSAT, and Kongsberg Discovery
Focus on restoring and protecting Europe’s kelp forests
Use of satellite data for monitoring, analysis, and real-time insights
Goal to create an efficient, scalable monitoring solution for marine habitats

Quotes:

“The collaboration combines ocean science with satellite technology to monitor kelp ecosystems more effectively.”
“Space-to-sea tech enables timely data that informs conservation actions.”

Context:

The initiative aligns with broader efforts to protect coastal ecosystems and promote sustainable blue economies.
The project emphasizes scalable monitoring capabilities across European marine regions.

Notes:

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Author's summary: A collaborative effort leveraging space-to-sea technology to monitor and restore Europe’s kelp forests, enabling real-time insights and scalable conservation actions.

The Fish Site — 2025-12-03

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