Ocean Optics XXVII

Ocean Optics XXVII is a biennial international conference where scientists, engineers, researchers, and industry professionals come together to share knowledge and collaborate on the latest advancements in ocean and aquatic optics. In 2026, the conference welcomes more than 350 attendees from 29 countries, with over 50 presentations, 270+ scientific posters, and a variety of workshops and training opportunities.
September 13-18 2026
Ghent
Belgium

Visit us at Ocean Optics XXVII, book a demo at our table #2, and discover the right solutions for your research. Explore our technical program below and book a meeting with our experts to discuss your research needs. We look forward to connecting with you at Ocean Optics XXVII.

Technical Program:

Poster: A Lidar-based Variable Pathlength Backscattering Transmissometer
Authors: Eric Rehm, Fraser Dalgleish, and Walter Britton Sea-Bird Scientific, USA, BeamSea Associates, USA
Poster #: TBD

Your Onsite Experts

Our cross-functional team of specialists will be onsite to answer questions, share updates, and help you find the right solutions for your research.
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Bailey Counts-Morgan
Product Manager
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Eric Rehm
Senior Optical Oceanographer
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Vlad Simontov
Senior Systems Engineer
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Alex Brown
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Products

Come see our assortment of Sea-Bird Scientific optical products.
ac-s
The AC-S provides in-situ optical data of beam transmission and absorption over a minimum of 75...
Bioluminescence Assessment Tool (UBAT)
Designed to measure mechanically stimulated bioluminescence in both coastal and oceanic systems to...
C-Rover 2000
The c-Rover is an optical transmissometer designed for long-term deployment aboard profiling...
C-Star Transmissometer
The C-Star transmissometer has a novel monolithic housing with a highly intgrated opto-electronic...
ECO V2 Optical Sensor
Dive into the next generation of optical monitoring with Sea-Bird Scientific’s cutting-edge ECO V2...
ECO-PAR™
Satlantic and WET Labs have partnered to develop the ECO-PAR™ sensor, which provides highly...
HyperOCR
Hyperspectral ocean color radiometer (HOCR) sensors are designed for applications where...
OCR 504 Multispectral Radiometer
The OCR-504 micro-sensor is a fully digital optical sensor package that combines precision optics...
PAR Sensor
From limnologists and oceanographers to plant and crop physiologists, scientists trust Satlanic PAR...
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ECO V2 Trade-In Program

For years, the  ECO Classic has been a trusted optical sensor for researchers and professionals seeking reliable optical sensor data in the field. Now, for a limited time, we’re offering an exclusive trade-in credit toward the purchase of the next-generation ECO V2, designed to deliver greater precision, expanded capabilities, and seamless integration into your research workflow. Whether you’re using an ECO Classic or a fluorometer from any manufacturer, this is your opportunity to upgrade at a reduced cost while modernizing your sensing capabilities.

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