Brainstorming to see how EMODnet and its components SeaDataNet and EurOBIS can serve WISE-MARINE and MSFD process; this might provide requirements for the next round of EMODnet Chemistry and Biology tenders.

• SeaDataNet, Present state, relations to EMODnet, and future developments – by Dick M.A. Schaap (MARIS)
• EMODnet Chemistry pilot, scope, approach and achievements so far – by Matteo Vinci (OGS)
• EMODnet Biology pilot, scope, approach and achievements so far – by Simon Claus (VLIZ)
• INSPIRE Directive, present state and future expectations – by EEA staff
• EEA - WISE – MARINE, what is required and foreseen approach at present – by Trine Christiansen (EEA)
• Brainstorming and open discussion on how the EMODnet portals could be made fit for purpose for EEA - WISE -MARINE - MSFD. Possible specs towards next round of EMODnet tenders.