Future Marine Research Infrastructure (FMRI)

Our Vision

To enable scientific leadership on measurement, prediction and mitigation of ocean change through collaborative provision of modern, versatile and sustainable research infrastructure.​

Our Mission

To work with the research community to secure cutting-edge capabilities and expertise that enable world-leading science.

About

The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is committed to maintaining and strengthening the UK’s leadership in marine science. Through its Future Marine Research Infrastructure (FMRI) programme, NERC is preparing a strategic case for a capability that integrates cutting-edge technologies with proven research platforms, keeping the UK at the forefront of global marine science in the decades to come. Read more about FMRI →

To meet the environmental challenges of the 21st century, we must build a marine research infrastructure that is not only resilient and future-proofed, but also grounded in curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. Through the FMRI programme, NERC is working closely with the research community to ensure that UK marine science can rise to tomorrow’s demands, respond to new technologies and maintain its position as a global leader.