Underwater Heritage Institute

The Underwater Heritage Institute (formerly the Centre for Underwater Archaeology), is a national cultural and scientific institution designated as a Category 2 Institute under the auspices of UNESCO.

The Institute specialises in the research, conservation, and management of underwater cultural heritage, advancing interdisciplinary approaches that integrate archaeology, digital technologies, and environmental studies.

With an expanded international role, the Underwater Heritage Institute leads and participates in projects and initiatives across the Black Sea region and the Lower Danube, contributing to capacity building, knowledge exchange, and the development of innovative methods for the documentation, monitoring, and protection of submerged heritage.