REGISTRATION
Phytoplankton show themselves during the spring bloom in the North Sea. This Landsat 8 image of an eddy in the North Sea was collected on May 14, 2018. From https://oceancolor.gsfc.nasa.gov/gallery/565/
So far, we’ve received more than 350 conference registrations! The registration system will be available all summer and throughout the conference week. Visit the Daily Agenda for the presentation schedule and links to abstracts.
If you would like to attend the conference but aren’t able to stay for the entire week, one–day registrations are available; see the options at the end of the Registration Fees table below.
Contact the conference coordinator, Jenny Ramarui, if you have any questions.
REGISTER
Register using The Oceanography Society’s online registration system. If you have any difficulty with the login system, please contact Jenny Ramarui.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Registration includes the opportunity to attend all oral and poster sessions as well as the opening reception on Sunday, September 13, 2026; all breaks and other receptions during the week; and the banquet on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
PAYMENT
The registration system requests payment by credit card at the time of registration. Please contact Jenny Ramarui, Conference Coordinator, if you need to arrange an alternate form of payment.
Reduced Rates for TOS Members
Members of The Oceanography Society are eligible to register at discounted registration rates. Learn more and join TOS.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
No refunds will be provided after July 31, 2026.
Registration Fees
| REGISTRATION FEES (in US Dollars) | June 6–September 12, 2026 | September 13–17, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| PROFESSIONAL – TOS Member | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| PROFESSIONAL – Non-TOS Member | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| PROFESSIONAL – Retired | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| STUDENT – TOS Member | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| STUDENT – Non-TOS Member | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| ACCOMPANYING GUEST* | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| EXHIBITOR – Commercial** | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| EXHIBITOR – Non-Profit/Inst*** | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| EXHIBITOR – Additional Staff | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| ONE DAY – Monday–Thursday (Excluding Thursday Banquet) | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
| ONE DAY – Friday | ||
| VAT (21%) | ||
| Total | ||
*Partner, spouse, or family member
** Commercial Exhibitor registration includes one 3 x 3 booth and two staff registrations. If you believe that your organization is exempt from paying VAT, please contact Jenny Ramarui for access to an alternative registration form.
** Non-Profit/Institution Exhibitor registration includes one 3 x 3 booth and one staff registration. If you believe that your organization is exempt from paying VAT, please contact Jenny Ramarui for access to an alternative registration form.
A NOTE ABOUT REGISTRATION FEES
Registration fees for the Ocean Optics Conference are set by balancing anticipated conference expenses with confirmed sponsorship and agency support. For this edition, overall costs have increased compared to previous conferences, primarily due to the withdrawal of a major long-standing sponsor. The planning committee has been working diligently to secure alternative funding sources and reduce expenses wherever possible; however, a modest increase of approximately 10% in registration fees was necessary to ensure a balanced budget and maintain the quality and scope of the meeting.
In addition, The Oceanography Society is required to register for Value Added Tax (VAT) in Belgium and collect 21% VAT on applicable sales. If you believe your organization is exempt from VAT, please contact the Conference Coordinator, Jenny Ramarui, to discuss how to proceed.
In many cases, businesses may apply for a VAT refund through the Belgian tax authorities or a third-party provider. Please consult the Belgian tax authority website for more details.
