Global Foundation for Ocean Exploration

Design. Build. Explore.

Engineers, videographers, data specialists, and educators. We are the Global Foundation for Ocean Exploration. Our team designs, builds, and operates robotic platforms that explore the most extreme underwater environments on the planet—from the deep ocean to the largest lakes.

We are in the presence of the ancients. These large Hemicorallium corals seen on today’s dive are hundreds to even a thousand years old. You can continue to follow our expedition with our partners at oceanexplorer.noaa.gov. @noaaoceanexploration ... See MoreSee Less

We are in the presence of the ancients. These large Hemicorallium corals seen on today’s dive are hundreds to even a thousand years old. You can continue to follow our expedition with our partners at oceanexplorer.noaa.gov. @noaaoceanexplorationImage attachmentImage attachment

Video Producer @caitlinmbailey operates the deep sea robotic cameras aboard ROV D2. @discover_gfoe #exploration #science #deepocean #engineering watch today’s dive live at oceanexplorer.noaa.gov ... See MoreSee Less

Video Producer @caitlinmbailey operates the deep sea robotic cameras aboard ROV D2. @discover_gfoe  #exploration #science #deepocean #engineering watch today’s dive live at oceanexplorer.noaa.gov

More images from our dives with partners on the USS Yorktown (CV-5). ... See MoreSee Less

More images from our dives with partners on the USS Yorktown (CV-5).Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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Building a World-Class, Worldwide Ocean Exploration Program

Exploring the earth’s greatest depths. Producing the tools needed to get there. Bringing together global partners. Our team designs, builds, and operates some of the most capable underwater robotic technology in the field.  From ocean depths to lake bottoms, our 501(c)3 nonprofit organization knows no boundaries when it comes to exploration. We actively seek opportunities for collaboration. Read our recent news stories from the field and watch videos from our award-winning videographers on YouTube. You can be part of the mission by making a donation to our organization. Help us explore your world!