Conference topics
While we welcome contributions on hydrography in the broadest sense, we particularly emphasize the following topics:
Unmanned and autonomous
Submarine infrastructure
Hydrographic applications
(habitat mapping, sea bed characterisation, backscatter, marine spatial planning, ...)
Data processing advances
Advanced sensor technologies
Programme
The full programme has not yet been determined.
For more information contact info@hydro2026.com.
Icebreaker
The icebreaker will be taking place at Stormkop, on Monday October 26, 7:00-10:00 PM.
This unique spot near the conference venue, is a former shipyard where, for 150 years, ships entered the port after long voyages, discovery and storm. Since 2018, the site has been transformed into a creative hub hosting festivals, workshops and events focusing on philosophy, science, art, sustainability, maritime heritage and adventure.
The video below gives you a glimpse into the wonderfully wild project known as Stormkop:
Keynote speakers
Tuesday, October 27
Prof. dr. Eric Van Hooydonk
Ghent University
The importance of nautical charts and hydrography for the maritime history of Flanders
Wednesday, October 28
Rear Adm. Tanguy Botman
Belgian Navy
The importance of hydrography for a Navy
Thursday, October 29
Prof. dr. Vera Van Lancker
Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences
Hydrography shaping the future of seabed substrate mapping
