Pure Ocean, the official cause of the 2025 Régates Royales de Cannes
Pure Ocean, the official cause of the 2025 Régates Royales de Cannes
Each year, the Régates Royales de Cannes gather the most beautiful sailing yachts in the world, with a fleet of around fifty Dragons and an armada of over eighty classic yachts, some proudly over a hundred years old!
This year, behind the beauty of the sails, a message resonates: protect the ocean, our shared treasure.
We are proud that Pure Ocean is the cause supported by the Régates Royales. Thomas will be there, come meet him and talk about the ocean.
A strong commitment that unites tradition and innovation, maritime heritage and scientific research.
Together, let’s turn our passion for the sea into concrete action to safeguard the ocean.
Entrepreneurs, decision-makers, change-makers: join us. Every gesture, every commitment matters.
An unprecedented treaty for the high seas – why is it great news for the ocean (and for all of us)?
An unprecedented treaty for the high seas – why is it great news for the ocean (and for all of us)?
With the 61st ratification – 61 countries having officially agreed to and approved the treaty – the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ – Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction) will officially come into force at the beginning of 2026.
A milestone more than 20 years in the making through international negotiations.
➡️ In practice, this treaty opens the way to:
✔️ The creation of marine protected areas in the high seas
✔️ Fair sharing of marine genetic resources
✔️ Strengthened scientific cooperation between states
✔️ Real protection for biodiversity
🌊 Why is this historic?
Because the high seas cover nearly half the planet, play a key role in climate, biodiversity, and our economies… yet until now were almost entirely unregulated, even though they are a common good essential for everyone. ❌ Incredible, right?
#BBNJ marks the beginning of a new era for the high seas.
🌍 States are taking action – and what about us? Companies, you also have a role to play! Shall we start together?
World CleanUp Day: what if your teams became active changemakers… and your commitments a real lever for impact?
World CleanUp Day: what if your teams became active changemakers… and your commitments a real lever for impact?
Today marks the start of World CleanUp Day, and tomorrow kicks off the European Sustainable Development Week – two perfect opportunities to take action and give real meaning to your CSR commitments.
At Pure Ocean, we’re inviting you to make a simple yet impactful gesture: La Goutte Bleue.
🔹 A blue algae-based bag, made in France
🔹 30 liters of waste collected before it reaches the ocean
🔹 €5 donated to ocean research for each kit
👉 A 2-in-1 concept: protect the ocean from plastic pollution while funding science.
In 2024, nearly 3,000 people already took part in La Goutte Bleue. 💧
Why not join in 2025?
🙌 Entrepreneurs, business leaders, CSR managers: this is your chance to give meaning to your commitments and engage your teams in a project that builds a sustainable future.
📩 Contact us today to organize your clean-up with Pure Ocean.
Setting sail for a new year for the ocean!
Setting sail for a new year for the ocean!
✨ On September 16, 2025, we had the pleasure of reconnecting with our sponsors and partners at our back-to-business breakfast at Sofitel Marseille.
A special moment to:
🤝 Share ongoing projects and upcoming plans,
🎉 Celebrate the successes made possible thanks to your support,
📝 Plan the next steps together for the ocean.
🙏 Thank you all for your presence, your ideas, your energy… and a big thank you to Sofitel for the warm welcome.
We look forward to continuing this collective adventure in 2025-2026 and going even further, together, for the ocean 💙




















Victory in the Défi Paprec!
Victory in the Défi Paprec!
We are proud to announce that our ambassador Calixte Benoit, alongside Joseph Cloarec aboard Médi Terra Bella for Pure Ocean, has won the Défi Paprec! 🎉
This double‑handed race marks the first stage of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec. It highlights the new generation of sailors and offers a demanding and highly formative experience.
🌊 With this victory, Calixte not only confirms his talent and determination, but also proudly carries the values of Pure Ocean: raising awareness and taking action to protect the ocean.
⚓ Thomas de Dinechin continues the Solitaire aboard Almond for Pure Ocean, with the same commitment to the ocean.
👏 A huge congratulations to both of them for their performance and dedication. The entire Pure Ocean Family celebrates this wonderful victory, which shines a light on science and ocean protection out on the water! 🩵
24H Pure Ocean – The onshore village is waiting for you for a wonderful ocean celebration!
24H Pure Ocean – The onshore village is waiting for you for a wonderful ocean celebration!
On Saturday, October 4th in Marseille, the 24H Pure Ocean will be much more than a challenge at sea. ⛵
A festive village, open to everyone, will come to life at the Union Nautique Marseillaise.
Alongside cheering on the teams at sea, plenty of activities await you ⤵️
✨ Yoga facing the sea
🤸♂️ Plogging (picking up litter while running or walking)
🥐 Friendly brunch
🎤 Talks and games about the ocean
🎾 Pétanque tournament
🍻 And a big barbecue all together to end the day on a high note!
A festive and meaningful day, perfect for families, friends, children… and also companies wishing to bring their teams together in a warm and purpose-driven setting.
👉 Join us for a unique moment of sharing and raising awareness about ocean protection 💙
📍 Marseille – Union Nautique Marseillaise 📅 Saturday, October 4th, 2025
ℹ️ Full program: https://www.pure-ocean.org/24h-pure-ocean/
A big thank you to all our partners who make this program possible 🫶
Heading for La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec 2025!
Heading for La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec 2025!
This Sunday, September 7th, two of our Pure Ocean ambassadors will proudly carry our colors in this legendary race: Thomas de Dinechin and Calixte Benoit 🤩
Since 1970, La Solitaire du Figaro has been one of the most iconic offshore racing events: demanding, a true talent‑revealer, and sailed on one‑design Figaro BENETEAU 3 boats.
➡️ Since 2024, it has expanded with a brand‑new format: the Défi Paprec, a first double‑handed stage designed to open the race to a new generation of sailors.
🌊 Our two ambassadors will embody these two formats:
⚓ Thomas de Dinechin, aboard Almond for Pure Ocean, will take the start of the full Solitaire, driven by the determination of a passionate skipper who uses his voice to champion the ocean.
⚓ Calixte Benoit, 24 years old and already boasting an impressive track record, will set off alongside Joseph Cloarec on Médi Terra Bella for Pure Ocean to take on the Défi Paprec.
👉 As we wish them fair winds for this sporting and human adventure, we reaffirm our mission: supporting research and innovation to protect the ocean.








The 2026 call for projects is open!
The Pure Ocean 2026 call for projects is now open!
IT’S OFFICIAL!
The 7th Pure Ocean Call for Projects is open!
We are looking for innovative applied research projects to protect our ocean and its biodiversity!
This year, we particularly focus on projects:
🌱 Proposing alternatives to fossil-based plastics
🛰️ Combating illegal fishing using satellite monitoring
🐠 Studying life in the deep sea
🌍 Conducted on the French coast (Atlantic, Mediterranean, Corsica)
Projects that do not match these descriptions but meet the eligibility criteria will of course be accepted.
Labs, NGOs and research institutes: apply now and help advance research for ocean protection!
👉 Info & applications: https://www.pure-ocean.org/appel-a-projets/










