Plymouth Marine Laboratory’s 2025 – 2030 Strategy

Plymouth Marine Laboratory’s 2025 -2030 Strategy

SCIENCE FOR OCEAN ACTION

Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) is an international leader in marine research and impact. We are committed to making a difference, addressing the most pressing challenges faced by the marine environment. We do this by generating impartial and trusted knowledge through high-quality innovative science which underpins evidence-based solutions.

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We will invest the energy required for meaningful change. Harnessing our unique marine research capabilities, we will provide groundbreaking insights and solutions, empowering society to make more informed, sustainable, and responsible decisions.

Our flexible and forward-thinking approach extends beyond scientific research to include how we deliver our work, demonstrating our adaptability and readiness to embrace future opportunities. We aim to lead by example, collaborating widely and focusing on knowledge and outcomes needed to transform human practices affecting the Ocean, relating to:

Key Focus Areas

Climate Change

Understanding and predicting climate change and its consequences in support of adaptation and mitigation actions.

Marine Biodiversity

Assessing, understanding and seeking solutions to restore and protect life in the Ocean.

Cleaner Seas

Understanding the consequences of pollutants to inform actions.

Strategic Objectives

Science, Technology and Impact

Delivering the marine knowledge we need for a healthy future Ocean, benefitting nature and society.

Operational Excellence

Enhancing the resilience and effectiveness of our organisation by increasing our ability to adapt and minimising our impact on the environment through continual scrutiny of our operations and by evolving our workplace to optimise use of our infrastructure, equipment, and digital technologies.

People and Culture

Supporting our mission and values, by continuously improving the employee experience, creating opportunities for employees to develop and thrive, and contribute to making PML an even better and more equitable place to work.

Business Growth and Reputation

Securing income for long-term sustainability, growing PML’s reputation, and achieving impact and influence.

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