AIMS Sea Simulator videos

Australian Institute of Marine Science

Introduction to AIMS SeaSim


Introduction to the National sea Simulator at the Australian Institute of Marine Science headquarters at Cape Ferguson near Townsville (4:24). If you would like a high quality version of this video contact Sarah Brooker at sarah@scienceinpublic.com.au

AIMS Aquarium Facility


The $35 million tropical oceans simulator soon to be constructed at AIMS’ headquarters in Townsville is designed to significantly improve Australia’s experimental seawater facilities. It will support cutting edge research for Australia’s marine-based industries and management of its tropical marine ecosystems (4:22).

Sea Simulator construction timelapse (short)


Time lapse video of construction of the National Sea Simulator at AIMS Cape Ferguson headquarters near Townsville (0:24). If you would like a high quality version of this video contact Sarah Brooker at sarah@scienceinpublic.com.au

Sea Simulator construction timelapse (long)


Time lapse video of construction of the National Sea Simulator at AIMS Cape Ferguson headquarters near Townsville (8:40).

About AIMS


The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is Australia’s tropical marine research agency. It has its headquarters at Townsville, near the centre of the Great Barrier Reef, and operates additional facilities in Perth and Darwin (6:11).