On 26 May 2023, the Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) confirmed the selection of five (5) candidates for training opportunities provided by Beijing Pioneer Hi-tech. Development Corporation Ltd. (BPC) in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contract for polymetallic nodules with ISA.
Call for proposals for a consultancy to develop a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework
The Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is accepting proposals for a consultancy to develop a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework, including indicators, for assessing impacts of capacity development activities implemented by the International Seabed Authority.
Call for proposals for a consultant to assess ISA’s eligibility for Official Development Assistance (ODA) contributions to support sustainable ocean economy in developing countries
The Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is accepting proposals for a consultant with requisite experience to assess ISA’s eligibility for Official Development Assistance (ODA) contributions, and to support ISA’s preparation for the evaluation process by the members of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
ISA Secretariat holds the third end-of-training certificate presentation ceremony for beneficiaries of the Contractors’ Training Programme
On 26 May 2023, the Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) hosted the third ceremony to present the end-of-training certificates to nationals from developing States who benefitted from opportunities provided by ISA exploration contractors under the Contractors’ Training Programme between July and December 2022.
ISA Secretary-General meets with H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco to discuss progress in deep-sea research in support of exploitation regulations
On 12 May 2023, the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (ISA), H.E. Mr. Michael W. Lodge, met with H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco.
The International Seabed Authority announces funding opportunity for deep-sea species taxonomy projects on International Day of Biological Diversity
In celebration of the International Day of Biological Diversity, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is thrilled to announce a new funding opportunity for taxonomy projects focused on deep-sea species.
Statement of the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority Celebrating International Day of Biological Diversity
On this occasion of the International Day of Biological Diversity, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) wishes to celebrate the diversity of life that resides in the depths of our oceans and acknowledge the role of deep-sea exploration in advancing scientific knowledge and understanding of the deep sea.
ISA Secretariat holds the first 2023 meeting of national focal points for capacity development
On 18 May 2023, the national focal points in charge of liaising with the Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) on matters relating to capacity development (NAFOP-CD) met for the first time this year.
DEADLINE EXTENDED – Nominations for the 2023 Edition of ISA Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in Deep-Sea Research are now open
Nominations are open for the 2023 Edition of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in Deep-Sea Research.
