Welcome to Galway / Fáilte go Gaillimh

Galway, also known as the City of Tribes, is an ancient city with a modern outlook, steeped in heritage and set against a backdrop of stunning beauty.  Galway is a university city and a gateway to Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way.  Galway was voted European Capital of Culture in 2020 and is famed for its International Arts Festival, International Oyster Festival, and Galway Races.

For things to do and see in Galway, e.g., scenic walks, heritage sites, food tours, Irish culture, adventure centres and many more, please visit the Galway Tourism website for further information or the Galway Convention Bureau website. 

Please click here for Galway Convention Bureau Infographic download. 

Getting Here 

Please click here for Galway Convention Bureau Getting Here download. 

Conference Hosts – Marine Institute

This year’s conference will be hosted by the Marine Institute in Galway, Ireland.  The Marine Institute (MI) is the state agency responsible for marine research, technology development and innovation in Ireland.  It carries out environmental, fisheries, and aquaculture surveys and monitoring programmes to meet Ireland’s national and international legal requirements. The MI provides scientific and technical advice to Government to help inform policy and to support the sustainable development of Ireland’s marine resource.

The Marine Institute was set up under the Marine Institute Act 1991:

“to undertake, to coordinate, to promote and to assist in marine research and development and to provide such services related to research and development, that in the opinion of the Institute, will promote economic development and create employment and protect the marine environment.”

The Marine Institute headquarters is located in Rinville, Oranmore, a 20-minute drive from Galway City.