The Copernicus Marine In Situ Thematic Assembly Centre (In Situ TAC) congratulates Dr. Begoña Pérez Gómez (Puertos del Estado, Spain) on her appointment as Chair of the Global Sea Level Observing System (GLOSS), approved in March 2025 during the 18th session of the GLOSS Group of Experts in Panama City. The meeting was organised by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, with the support of the Autoridad Marítima de Panamá.
This appointment recognises the long-standing contribution of Dr. Pérez Gómez and Puertos del Estado to sea-level observation, built on more than three decades of experience. GLOSS aims to establish and maintain a high-quality global sea-level observing network that supports scientific research and a wide range of operational and societal applications. Its data are essential for informed decision-making, with direct relevance for ports, coastal management, and coastal communities worldwide.
Within the Copernicus Marine Service, Dr. Pérez Gómez is a key contributor to the In Situ Thematic Assembly Centre, supporting the coordination, quality control, and development of sea-level in situ products delivered to Copernicus users. The Copernicus Marine In Situ TAC welcomes this appointment and is confident that, in her new role, Dr. Pérez Gómez will further strengthen international coordination and contribute to the effective global management of sea-level observations.
