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ATLAS: Atlantic Tracking with Lightwave Acoustic Sensing

ATLAS uses Distributed Acoustic Sensing on submarine cables to revolutionize ocean monitoring. It addresses coastal risks, marine noise pollution, and whale-ship collisions. Outcomes support marine conservation, policy-making, and maritime safety. Through international cooperation and deployments across the Atlantic, ATLAS sets a new sustainable standard aligned with EU environmental directives for long-term ocean protection and risk prevention.

ATLAS pioneers the use of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) on submarine telecommunication cables to provide a revolutionary, cost-effective solution for ocean monitoring, biodiversity conservation, and coastal risk prevention. The project addresses major transnational challenges, including geohazard detection, marine noise pollution, and whale-ship collision prevention across the Atlantic, delivering critical insights for public authorities, maritime operators, and researchers. The project’s outputs—ranging from seismic event warnings to marine biodiversity assessments—enhance policy decisions, protect ocean ecosystems, and improve maritime safety.

By leveraging international cooperation and deploying DAS-based methodologies at multiple sites along the Atlantic rim, ATLAS will set a new standard for sustainable ocean observation, aligning with European environmental directives and ensuring a long-term impact on marine conservation and risk prevention.