Pierre Bahurel

Pierre Bahurel is the director of Mercator Ocean International and a prominent figure in oceanographic research. He co-led the 2025 edition of the Starfish Barometer, a global initiative aimed at assessing the health of the ocean and advocating for urgent actions against climate change and marine biodiversity loss. Bahurel emphasizes the importance of this report as a tool for policymakers to manage ocean resources effectively and ensure measurable progress in marine conservation efforts.