Mercator Ocean International is a non-profit organisation and a global leader in digital oceanography. It provides science-based ocean monitoring, analysis and forecasting to support informed decisions worldwide. The organisation operates the European Union’s Copernicus Marine Service and co-develops the European Digital Twin of the Ocean. Working with European and international partners, it connects scientists, policymakers and society to advance ocean knowledge. Its mission supports sustainable ocean management, marine protection and stronger international ocean governance.