Marine Science and Technology Programme (MAST-III) International organisations in Marine research Due to their relevance for marine research MAST has operational links with the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea: ICES and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission: IOC and keeps a look on the activities of The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) The European Science Foundation (ESF) MAST Products & Results | MAST Links | 21.12.2000