Our Partners

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Each provides tools to assess the glider’s observing system’s current and future state and support the user community.

UG2

The U.S. Underwater
Glider User Group

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OceanOPS

Monitoring and Supporting Global Ocean Observing Networks

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Ocean Gliders

A Global Network for Glider-Based Ocean Observations

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The U.S. Underwater Glider User Group

The Underwater Glider User Group (UG2) is a U.S.-based initiative dedicated to advancing underwater glider operations and fostering collaboration among the glider community. Supported by IOOS and NOAA, UG2 serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, best practices, and technical development, ensuring the effective use of gliders in ocean observation. The group brings together scientists, engineers, operators, and policymakers to enhance data sharing, optimize mission strategies, and support the integration of gliders into national and international observing networks.

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Monitoring and Supporting Global Ocean Observing Networks

OceanOPS is a global coordination center that monitors and supports the implementation, operation, and data flow of ocean observing networks, including OceanGliders, Argo, OceanSITES, and other GOOS components. It provides real-time tracking, data management, and reporting services to ensure the efficiency, sustainability, and visibility of global ocean observation efforts. By collaborating with scientific institutions, operational agencies, and stakeholders, OceanOPS plays a key role in enhancing data accessibility, interoperability, and long-term ocean monitoring to support climate research, marine ecosystems, and operational oceanography.

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A Global Network for Glider-Based Ocean Observations

OceanGliders is a GOOS program dedicated to coordinating and advancing sustained ocean observations using underwater gliders. As part of the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS), OceanGliders focuses on collecting and integrating high-quality glider data to improve our understanding of ocean dynamics, biogeochemistry, and climate variability. The initiative supports standardization, best practices, and global data sharing, working closely with research institutions, operational agencies, and stakeholders to enhance the impact of glider-based ocean monitoring.

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