Our Mission


The ocean covers 70% of our planet, yet most maritime studies rely on data that is limited in both region and time. Historically, this information has been kept behind high costs, meaning critical decisions about our oceans are often made using incomplete data. OpenOcean was created to change this by providing a global open historical archive of vessel data for researchers, educators, and students.

Why It Matters


Marine Environment

Healthy oceans depend on informed decisions. OpenOcean enables the study of how vessel activity interacts with sensitive marine habitats and migration routes.

Sustainability

The path to net-zero requires a clear understanding of current maritime activity. OpenOcean provides the data needed to model emissions, evaluate fuel efficiency, and test new technologies.

A Shared Foundation

Scientific progress depends on the ability to conduct, verify, and repeat studies. OpenOcean creates a shared foundation to foster global collaboration and the next scientific breakthroughs.

Our Supporters


OpenOcean is made possible through the generous support of our partners.

Our Team


Peder Heiselberg
Peder Heiselberg

Founder & Maintainer