Envision
- http://www.envision.uk.com/
- A research consultancy based at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne promoting coastal management through the coupling of fundamental and applied research in coastal systems with advice on practical and policy issues.
Inter-Agency Committee on Marine Science and Technology
- http://www.marine.gov.uk/
- maintains an overview of marine activities across Government. It encourages links between Government and the national marine community, the wider application of marine science and technology, optimum use of major UK marine facilities, training and education and international links.
Met Office, Ocean Applications
- http://www.metoffice.com/research/ocean/
- OA develops, and brings to implementation, the ocean modelling systems required to meet Met Office customer needs. In addition to operational oceanography, support for climate research and seasonal forecasting is supplied, specifically in providing the ocean component of the Hadley Centre's coupled ocean-atmosphere models.
National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
- http://www.noc.soton.ac.uk/
- A joint venture between the University of Southampton and the Natural Environment Research Council. A leading centre for research and education in marine and earth sciences, for the development of marine technology and for the provision of large scale infrastructure and support for the marine research community.
Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory
- http://www.pol.ac.uk/
- Marine science research, including tidal monitoring and forecasting. Includes information about their activities, answers to general questions, sea level data, and a staff directory.
United Kingdom Hydrographic Office
- http://www.ukho.gov.uk/
- The Physical Oceanography Department provides a range of oceanographic products and services in support of the Royal Navy's environmental forecasting and operations.