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SeaKeepers Asia Chapter
SeaKeepers expanded into Asia in 2015 to increase understanding of marine environmental issues and promote meaningful change in ocean interaction.
Julian Chang, Board member and President of Asia, leads the SeaKeepers Asia team in expanding its international programming and creating locally relevant initiatives in cooperation with the region’s communities, academic experts and advisors, and the yachting community.
Under the SeaKeepers' DISCOVERY Yacht Program yacht owners are invited to support marine research and conservation by offering time on their vessels or participating in Citizen Science projects.
SeaKeepers Asia offers Educational Outreach, The Ocean Collective Summit, and Community Engagement projects such as coral and species protection, the Asia Awards, and ocean-related competitions.
At the core of our mission is a group of dedicated volunteers committed to saving the oceans by applying our motto: Research. Educate. Protect. Restore.
“Research. Educate.
Protect and Restore.”
Citizen Science Initiatives
Seabed 2030 Project
A collaborative global Citizen Science initiative to map the world’s oceans by 2030 by The Nippon Foundation and the General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (GEBCO). This information can help identify uncharted features such as seamounts and canyons, verify charted information and help fill the spaces on charts where no data exists. Find out if you can participate in our Seabed 2030 Program by clicking the button below.
The Neuston Net Research Collective
This unique collective spans a wide range of research topics with one common theme: they all utilize Neuston Nets. Neuston Nets are fine mesh nets often towed behind boats to collect samples of neustonic organisms, algae, plastics, plankton, seawater, and more. Find out if you can participate in our project by clicking the button below.
A Green Guide to Boating
As recreational boaters, you can adopt good boating practices that protect the ocean and reduce your carbon footprint. Proper handling, responsible vessel maintenance, good refueling, repair and storage habits preserve clean water and protect the animals that live in it, while keeping you and your families safe.
A Green Guide to Boating highlights the best practices for recreational boating and raising awareness on ocean sustainability and conservation. Download A Green Guide to Boating below.
Programme Support
Through SeaKeepers Asia’s educational and community engagement efforts, the organization allows individuals to become a volunteer or join the internship program to support the programmatic activities.
Join our Volunteer and/or Internship Programme by submitting a form below. A SeaKeepers Asia representative will contact you shortly.
In order to continue building efforts in Asia that create local awareness and commitment to protection, conservation, and restoration of the marine ecosystem, SeaKeepers Asia relies on the generosity of likeminded individuals and corporations.
Support SeaKeepers Asia’s efforts in Educational Outreach, Citizen Science, and Community Engagement by filling out the Sponsorship Support Form below.
Press Releases
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Pantaenius Partners with the International SeaKeepers Society
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The Ocean Collective Summit Returns to Unite Businesses in Ocean Conservation
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The International SeaKeepers Society UK Hosts Inaugural Educational Outreach in Partnership with Pip Hare Ocean Racing
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FarSounder Launches the CSB Data Explorer Platform in Partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society, the International Hydrographic Organization, and Seabed 2030
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Fertilizer to Fish Kills: How Nutrient Pollution Affects Water Quality
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Women at the Wheel and Ocean Champions
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The International SeaKeepers Society & Marina Bahia Golfito Further Conservation Collaboration
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Asia Events
The Ocean Collective Summit 2024: Waves of Change
"Uniting Business in Ocean Conservation"
On October 17th and 18th, 2024, the SeaKeepers Asia Chapter will host The Ocean Collective Summit (TOCS) 2024 in Singapore in collaboration with Fabien Cousteau, renowned Aquanaut, Oceanographic Explorer, and Environmental Advocate. This event will showcase solutions and best practices for promoting sustainability and conservation to business leaders, industry experts, and academics, uniting them for collective impact.
Contact Gail Tay, Director of Operations & Programmes, at [email protected] for more information or to participate.
Celebrating 25 Years of SeaKeepers
The SeaKeepers Asia Awards Dinner is an annual event hosted by The International SeaKeepers Society in Asia, that highlights marine conservation and the need for collective efforts to protect our oceans.
It celebrates and recognizes individuals and organizations in marine conservation through the presentation of the SeaKeeper of the World Award and the Asia Achievement Award. The event also showcases the various initiatives and projects undertaken by SeaKeepers throughout the year.
Attended by diverse stakeholders, including SeaKeepers supporters, volunteers, sponsors, and those interested in marine conservation from corporate and academic sectors. The event is a great opportunity to network and build relationships with others who share the same passion and vision for the future of our oceans.
If you would like to learn more about the event, continue reading the Asia Dinner Press Release.
SeaKeepers Songwriting Competition
The International SeaKeepers Society's Songwriting Competition (ISWC) is an international event that focuses on education, social awareness, and entertainment. It is open to participants from all over the world and is supported by Hitmakers Global Academy. The competition aims to raise awareness for ocean preservation, unite people through music on a global level, and educate and inspire music lovers worldwide. Held every two years, the competition encourages creativity for the greater good. Competition winners have their songs produced in studios and made available on music platforms. Listen to the Songs, here.
2023 SeaKeepers Robotics Competition
SeaKeepers is hosting a global event dedicated to nurturing young minds in the realms of technology and marine conservation by combining robotics with passion for the ocean. Participants will design and build robots to tackle various ocean-related tasks, including garbage cleanup, underwater exploration, and marine ecosystem preservation. With the power of robotics, we believe we can collectively protect our blue planet and safeguard our shared ocean home. Register for the event, here.
SeaKeepers Asia Programme Highlights
The SeaKeepers Asia programming includes Educational Outreach and learning journeys based on our own designed lesson plans which bring attention to the importance of marine biodiversity and wildlife and to the threats that our oceans face. Browse our additional programming by visiting our Headquarters, Asia, and the United Kingdom pages on our website.
Citizen science expeditions offer an opportunity for vessel owners to get involved in smaller-scale marine research initiatives. These expeditions do not require scientists to be aboard, but they permit vessel owners and crew to participate in ongoing research projects which depend on the participation of non-scientists within the community. Browse our additional programming by visiting our Headquarters, Asia, and the United Kingdom pages on our website.
Instrument Deployments
The International SeaKeepers Society works with a number of institutions, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), World Meteorological Organization (WMO), and Argo to make ongoing oceanographic measurements. The collection of consistent and accurate data is extremely important for oil spill and marine debris accumulation analyses, weather and hurricane prediction models, quality control tests on satellites, and an overall better understanding of the marine environment. It is vital that the global instrument arrays are well distributed; private vessels can achieve this along routes that are not typically traveled. Currently, The International SeaKeepers Society employs the use of two types of devices — SeaKeepers Drifters and Argo Floats. These instruments have been designed to be scientifically productive and efficient while minimally invasive to the environment.
SeaKeepers has also partnered with Florida International University’s Global FinPrint, a Paul G. Allen initiative, which is conducting the first global survey of shark and ray populations with the use of baited remote underwater video (BRUV) surveys. SeaKeepers vessels can support the effort by deploying the BRUV rigs at coral reef locations around the world. Each rig is minimally invasive and includes an underwater camera and attached bait box. Marine organisms are attracted to the bait and are then filmed. Researchers review the footage to obtain important information about the populations of these globally threatened species, in order to drive shark and ray conservation through research and policy. Areas of particular interest include the Dry Tortugas, Indonesia, and French Polynesia.
SeaKeepers engage local communities through various initiatives, including yachting industry events, seminars, and beach clean-ups, as well as campaigns and projects that aim to protect and restore coral reefs and safeguard marine species. We also recognize and celebrate the contributions of individuals and organizations through our annual Asia Awards and inspire newcomers to learn more about the oceans through competitions. Our ultimate goal is to raise awareness and inspire action towards preserving the health and beauty of our oceans. Browse our additional programming by visiting our Headquarters, Asia, and the United Kingdom pages on our website.
Advisors Alliance
Educational Outreach
July 2017
Asean Lady
Educational Outreach & Citizen Science
2016-2018 | 2019
Dafne 11
Citizen Science
November 2019
Eagle Wings 11
Educational Outreach
2019
Halo
Citizen Science
2018
Illimite
Citizen Science
2019
Lady Jo
Educational Outreach
July 2016
Lady Olivia
Educational Outreach
2017
Luzerne
Educational Outreach & Citizen Science
August 2018 | 2017 -2018
Nymphaea
Educational Outreach
August 2019
Paraffin
Educational Outreach & Citizen Science
June 2017 | May 2019
Solita
Citizen Science
2019
Sun One
Educational Outreach
August 2019
The Admiral
Educational Outreach
2017-2020
Become a DISCOVERY Yacht
SeaKeepers needs vessels to complete these projects. Get actively involved in ocean research and conservation today. If you’d like to be a DISCOVERY Yacht, please contact [email protected] or 786.924.6209.
The Golding's Voyage
Aboard DISCOVERY Yacht Traverse, The Goldings and their crew embarked on a remarkable 14-month expedition across the world's oceans. Travelling from New Zealand to the Mediterranean Sea, they are collaborating with multiple SeaKeepers chapters and offices to support Science at Sea and Citizen Science proramming, while advocating for responsible boating. Find out more about their journey here.
SeaKeepers Asia’s Conservation Strategy
Education & Outreach
Our primary focus is to introduce marine science and conservation to youth through The International SeaKeepers Society Asia Educational Outreach Programme. This outreach initiative is designed to provide immersive learning experiences and consists of two stages. The first stage involves sharing knowledge at schools, allowing for a wider dissemination of the programme's curriculum. The second stage entails inviting students aboard DISCOVERY Yachts, generously provided by our members, which are transformed into "Floating Classrooms". Here, students have the opportunity to participate in marine-based lessons led by experts from various scientific fields, creating a unique and hands-on educational experience.
Involvement through Citizen Science
Citizen Science projects present vessel owners with an opportunity to actively contribute to smaller-scale marine research initiatives in collaboration with our ongoing programme partners. These expeditions do not necessarily require the presence of scientists on board but instead allow vessel owners and crew to independently participate in activities such as providing a meaningful way for vessel owners to engage in marine research and conservation efforts. By involving citizens in marine conservation efforts, we can create a sense of ownership and responsibility towards the oceans, while also contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge and the preservation of marine ecosystems.
Support of Specific Projects
SeaKeepers partners with marine institutions, universities, NGOs, and marine science and oceanography experts to promote and facilitate specific projects. Collaboration is crucial in marine conservation as it combines resources, expertise, and knowledge for more effective and impactful initiatives. Collaborating with universities, NGOs, and marine science and oceanography experts brings diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences to the forefront, leading to innovative solutions for conservation challenges. Partnerships and networks formed through collaboration expand the reach and impact of marine conservation efforts, resulting in significant and sustainable outcomes for the health and preservation of our oceans.
Creating Awareness in the Community
SeaKeepers Asia is involved in various endeavours such as organizing scientific seminars, educational and community events, beach clean-ups, and yachting industry functions, all aimed at promoting awareness in the local communities about the need to conserve and protect the ocean for future generations. By raising awareness, attitudes and behaviours can be transformed, responsible usage of ocean resources can be encouraged, and support for marine conservation initiatives can be garnered from individuals, businesses, and governments.
SeaKeepers Bangladesh Chapter
The International SeaKeepers Society has officially launched its Bangladesh chapter, aiming to advance ocean health and conservation efforts. Enayetullah Khan, renowned for his work in wildlife conservation, has been appointed as president, bringing extensive experience to the cause. Recognizing Bangladesh's vital role in the global blue economy, the society emphasized the importance of preserving areas like the Bay of Bengal and the Sundarbans, underscoring the need for community involvement. With a focus on children's education, the chapter plans to integrate environmental conservation into school curricula, aiming to instill a sense of responsibility early on. This launch signifies a significant step towards local collaboration and engagement, with initial efforts directed at tackling plastic pollution in the Sundarbans through a joint program with WildTeam.
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