NIO - National Institute of Oceanography

The National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) is located in Karachi. It was established in 1981 by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of Pakistan (MoST). The main area of research of the Institute is the north Arabian Sea and beyond. The oceanic and atmospheric processes of the north Arabian Sea modify our climate, offer numerous living and non-living resources, Oceanographic research brings together all the scientific disciplines needed to study the ocean: Departments. NIO has developed capabilities to offer consulting services on the following specialized subjects: Oceanographic Surveys
Coastal Hydraulic Surveys and feasibility Studies
Bathymetric Surveys
Marine Exploration & Geo-Engineering Surveys
Marine Pollution and Environmental Surveys
Shrimp Farming
Oceanographic Data Services
Marine Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA’s)