Collaborations and associations

The Institute of Marine Science collaborates with a broad range of private businesses as well as government and research organisations in New Zealand and overseas.

Humpback Whale

We work closely with NIWA in research projects and as part of our Joint Graduate School.

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Muriwai beach

Auckland Council is responsible for some 2,400km of coastline, including the area around our marine laboratory.

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Marine reserve, by Paul Caiger

DOC staff work with us in many ways, contributing to teaching and collaborating on research projects.

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Fish underwater

MPI collaborate with us in teaching and research, including contributing to our MSc in Biosecurity and Conservation.

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Green lipped mussel

We work with Biomarine to improve sustainability, improve processing and develop new aquaculture species.

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School of fish

Cawthron is the research base for several of our postgraduate students as part of a Joint Graduate agreement.

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Mussels

We work to help mussel farmers in the Coromandel improve their seed mussel supplies.

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Salmon in fish farm

Our work with King Salmon helps to build the value of New Zealand seafood exports by enhancing production and quality.

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Green lipped mussel

North Island Mussels are the largest processor of farmed mussels in the North Island. We help improve their efficiency.

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Crayfish ecology and conservation

This international NGO contributes to our teaching program and provides a valuable opportunity for students to see science used in conservation.

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Invasive species

Hosted by the University, ISSG aims to raise awareness about invasive species and their prevention.

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