The Ocean Awards recognise individuals, community groups, organisations and businesses that have made significant contributions to the health of the marine environment, to the sustainable management of marine resources, or to public engagement with the oceans and seas during the qualifying period.
The project must have been completed between 1 December 2017 and 30 November 2018.
Awards are made in five different categories: The Local Hero, Science, Innovation, Visionary and Public Awareness.
Click here to see the winners of the Ocean Awards 2018
Use the links below to read more on each of the categories.