Noordzeedagen 2026

1 en 2 oktober 2026 | Deltapark Neeltje Jans, Vrouwenpolder

Although most information on this website is in English, the North Sea Days is a bilingual conference: the programme will be partly in Dutch and partly in English.

North Sea Days 2026

The North Sea Days is the annual gathering for everyone engaged with the future of the North Sea—whether in science, policy, governance, industry, or advocacy.

On 1 and 2 October 2026, we will come together at Deltapark Neeltje Jans in Zeeland to explore the latest insights, challenges and developments concerning the North Sea, with ecology as an important pillar.

The North Sea Days 2026 are organised by Wageningen Marine Research in collaboration with Deltares, NIOZ, Rijkswaterstaat and TNO. For this edition, we are also collaborating with the Delta Climate Center, Zeeland's knowledge centre for climate and sustainability challenges. This collaboration strengthens the connection between North Sea research, climate adaptation and solutions for the delta of the future.

This year's theme, 'Zee en delta in balans: een veerkrachtige Noordzee', invites participants to explore how we balance economic activity with ecological responsibility through innovation, collaboration and policy.

Why attend?

Get the full picture of what’s happening in and around the North Sea: from nature restoration to digital ecological monitoring, from energy transition to marine spatial planning.
Interact with experts in ecology, engineering, policy, offshore energy, shipping, food systems and more.
Explore cutting-edge topics such as AI in marine science, Digital Twins, geopolitical security at sea and lessons from international cooperation.
Interact and be part of shaping plans, from new monitoring tools and pilot projects to cross-border partnerships and policy input.

Who should attend?

The North Sea Days welcomes professionals and stakeholders from across sectors, including:

Scientists and researchers in marine ecology, climate, and coastal systems
Policy makers, planners, and environmental managers at local, national, and EU levels
Industry experts in offshore energy, shipping, fisheries, and aquaculture
NGOs, civil society, and advocacy groups focused on marine sustainability
Digital and data specialists working on monitoring, modeling, and AI
Security, defence, and governance representatives
Students and young professionals entering the marine and coastal field