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The aim is to integrate marine metrological infrastructures to improve access and interoperability across Europe.

February 9, 2026Open Access

Enhancing metrological access and validation in marine observing infrastructures: lessons learnt from the MINKE project

JFJoaquín del Río FernándezUniversitat Politècnica de Catalunya NONeus Vidal OliverasPolytechnic University of Puerto Rico IBIkram BghielMarine Technology Unit

Key Points

The aim is to integrate marine metrological infrastructures to improve access and interoperability across Europe.
Integrated European marine metrological research infrastructures
Implemented Transnational Access (TNA) program
Fostering collaboration and harmonization among facilities
Enhanced interoperability among marine infrastructures
Increased access to research facilities for European scientists
Valuable lessons learnt from TNA program implementation

Abstract

The H2020 MINKE, project has aimed to integrate key European marine metrological research infrastructures under a common framework, fostering harmonization, interoperability, and access to facilities through Transnational Access (TNA) activities. This contribution presents the outcomes and lessons learnt from the implementation of the TNA programme during the project lifespan.

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