Rüdiger Strempel
@rudigerstrempel.bsky.social
Executive Secretary, HELCOM. Views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of HELCOM or its Contracting Parties. RP≠endorsement
Continuing the MUNI-RISK stakeholder involvement process launched in the fall of last year, I was very pleased to address the project’s 1st Stakeholder Dialogue Meeting in #Poland today. @helcominfo.bsky.social
February 19, 2026 at 1:08 PM
Continuing the MUNI-RISK stakeholder involvement process launched in the fall of last year, I was very pleased to address the project’s 1st Stakeholder Dialogue Meeting in #Poland today. @helcominfo.bsky.social
This week, I was very pleased to brief the #EuropeanCommission ‘s Member State Expert Sub-Group on Integrated #MaritimeSecurity and Surveillance on #HELCOM’s long-standing work on #SubmergedMunitions. @helcominfo.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
February 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM
This week, I was very pleased to brief the #EuropeanCommission ‘s Member State Expert Sub-Group on Integrated #MaritimeSecurity and Surveillance on #HELCOM’s long-standing work on #SubmergedMunitions. @helcominfo.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
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The Baltic Sea Boating Forum has been launched at the ongoing Helsinki International Boat Show! This new yearly platform is designed to foster communication among the boating sector, government officials, and key stakeholders. Come and say hello to us at the HELCOM stand by Purjehdussatama stage.
February 13, 2026 at 12:58 PM
The Baltic Sea Boating Forum has been launched at the ongoing Helsinki International Boat Show! This new yearly platform is designed to foster communication among the boating sector, government officials, and key stakeholders. Come and say hello to us at the HELCOM stand by Purjehdussatama stage.
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Today, we remember all the victims murdered during the Holocaust, and we stand with those who survived.
We also mark the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.
This dark memory must be passed to future generations.
Never again.
We also mark the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.
This dark memory must be passed to future generations.
Never again.
January 27, 2026 at 10:33 AM
Today, we remember all the victims murdered during the Holocaust, and we stand with those who survived.
We also mark the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.
This dark memory must be passed to future generations.
Never again.
We also mark the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.
This dark memory must be passed to future generations.
Never again.
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✍️ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
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WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
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January 19, 2026 at 6:30 AM
✍️ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
🔗 buff.ly/44PLQhk
WHAT: Webinar on marking of recreational fishing gear
WHEN: 20 Jan 2026, 9:00-12:30 CET
WHO: Government officials, representatives from fishing associations & relevant national, regional & international organisations working at policy/practical levels
🔗 buff.ly/44PLQhk
Shipping-related oil and HNS spills pose a severe threat to the m #BalticSea. In my latest piece, I briefly describe how @helcominfo.bsky.social contributes to prevention, response and long-term risk assessments, focusing in particular on the ongoing #BRISK II project.
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BRISK II Perspectives – Rüdiger Strempel – Merikotka
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January 15, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Shipping-related oil and HNS spills pose a severe threat to the m #BalticSea. In my latest piece, I briefly describe how @helcominfo.bsky.social contributes to prevention, response and long-term risk assessments, focusing in particular on the ongoing #BRISK II project.
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Happy Holidays!
December 24, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Happy Holidays!
Having held this post for over 6 years, I can’t recommend it highly enough. A cause that is more relevant than ever in our times of polycrisis, a broad range of fascinating tasks, the best team imaginable and a highly attrative duty station. What more can you ask? @helcominfo.bsky.social
🔊 We are hiring!
Applications are invited for the post of Executive Secretary at the Helsinki Commission Secretariat. The post, which is based in Helsinki, Finland, will become vacant on 1 February 2027.
Apply by 22 March 2026.
Vacancy announcement 👉 buff.ly/CpiN6AL
Applications are invited for the post of Executive Secretary at the Helsinki Commission Secretariat. The post, which is based in Helsinki, Finland, will become vacant on 1 February 2027.
Apply by 22 March 2026.
Vacancy announcement 👉 buff.ly/CpiN6AL
December 18, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Having held this post for over 6 years, I can’t recommend it highly enough. A cause that is more relevant than ever in our times of polycrisis, a broad range of fascinating tasks, the best team imaginable and a highly attrative duty station. What more can you ask? @helcominfo.bsky.social
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We warmly welcome the HELCOM Heads of Delegation and Observers to the Eight Informal Consultation Session of the Heads of Delegation (IC HOD 8-2025).
During this meeting, the session will review and discuss various documents, offering guidance and recommendations to advance HELCOM's work.
During this meeting, the session will review and discuss various documents, offering guidance and recommendations to advance HELCOM's work.
December 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
We warmly welcome the HELCOM Heads of Delegation and Observers to the Eight Informal Consultation Session of the Heads of Delegation (IC HOD 8-2025).
During this meeting, the session will review and discuss various documents, offering guidance and recommendations to advance HELCOM's work.
During this meeting, the session will review and discuss various documents, offering guidance and recommendations to advance HELCOM's work.
Who is your Baltic Sea hero? Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Baltic Sea Awards! @helcominfo.bsky.social
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December 12, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Who is your Baltic Sea hero? Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Baltic Sea Awards! @helcominfo.bsky.social
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Ho Ho Hope you all have a good new week! @helcominfo.bsky.social
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at HELCOM when you find Santa wandering the office corridors! On Friday we held the much-awaited annual kids' Christmas party, where the next generation of marine conservationists got to visit their parents' work place and enjoy lots of fun activities.
December 8, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Ho Ho Hope you all have a good new week! @helcominfo.bsky.social
Hyvää #itsenäisyyspäivää! Glad #självständighetsdag! Happy Finnish Independence Day! 🇫🇮 #Suomi #Finland
December 6, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Hyvää #itsenäisyyspäivää! Glad #självständighetsdag! Happy Finnish Independence Day! 🇫🇮 #Suomi #Finland
Thank you very much for visiting us and for your interest in @helcominfo.bsky.social !
This morning, we were pleased to welcome a group of students from the United Nations Association of Tampere (TAYK ry) to HELCOM to learn about the Baltic Sea and our work. Thanks for visiting us, you are welcome back anytime!
December 4, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Thank you very much for visiting us and for your interest in @helcominfo.bsky.social !
Thank you, Jamie Jenkins, for the opportunity to share the @helcominfo.bsky.social perspective and contribute to your educational video!
Yesterday, it was lights, camera, action once again at our office as Executive Secretary Rüdiger Strempel was interviewed for an educational video on 'Governing the Baltic Sea' for the University of Helsinki.
We look forward to the series' release in 2026 - stay tuned for updates!
We look forward to the series' release in 2026 - stay tuned for updates!
December 3, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Thank you, Jamie Jenkins, for the opportunity to share the @helcominfo.bsky.social perspective and contribute to your educational video!
Thank you, Minister Goldschmidt, for visting us and for the extensive conversation about issues of common interest and concern! @helcominfo.bsky.social
Yesterday, HELCOM had the honour of welcoming Mr Tobias Goldschmidt, State Minister for Energy Transition, Climate Protection, Energy and Nature of Schleswig-Holstein at HELCOM. Minister Goldschmidt met with our Executive Secretary, Rüdiger Strempel, and Deputy Executive Secretary, Lotta Ruokanen.
November 26, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Thank you, Minister Goldschmidt, for visting us and for the extensive conversation about issues of common interest and concern! @helcominfo.bsky.social
This week, reps. from various sectors met at #SIPRI to discuss wetland restoration as a nature-based approach to security+resilience building. Wetlands, part of the #SourceToSea continuum, are relevant in protecting the #BalticSea. Thanks, SIPRI and #WWF, for inviting me! @helcominfo.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 12:29 PM
This week, reps. from various sectors met at #SIPRI to discuss wetland restoration as a nature-based approach to security+resilience building. Wetlands, part of the #SourceToSea continuum, are relevant in protecting the #BalticSea. Thanks, SIPRI and #WWF, for inviting me! @helcominfo.bsky.social
Thank you, Embassy of Lithuania, for another taste of #Lithuania’ s rich and varied culture! Tonight’s concert, traditional Lithuanian polyphonic song folk melodies and zither in perfect harmony with contemporary improvisation, rhythm and electronics was an absolute highlight! #Lietuva
November 12, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Thank you, Embassy of Lithuania, for another taste of #Lithuania’ s rich and varied culture! Tonight’s concert, traditional Lithuanian polyphonic song folk melodies and zither in perfect harmony with contemporary improvisation, rhythm and electronics was an absolute highlight! #Lietuva
#Helsinki, 4:30 PM today. One day, I think I might publish a book entitled “Helsinki Skies”… #Helsingfors #Suomi #Finland
November 3, 2025 at 2:37 PM
#Helsinki, 4:30 PM today. One day, I think I might publish a book entitled “Helsinki Skies”… #Helsingfors #Suomi #Finland
The #EUSBSR AF 2025 kicks off w. reflections on the vulnerability of the #BalticSea region and the pivotal role of multilat. coop. for a resilient BSR. A thriving BS environment is indispensable to regional resilience, underscoring the relevance of cooperation in @helcominfo.bsky.social
October 29, 2025 at 9:19 AM
The #EUSBSR AF 2025 kicks off w. reflections on the vulnerability of the #BalticSea region and the pivotal role of multilat. coop. for a resilient BSR. A thriving BS environment is indispensable to regional resilience, underscoring the relevance of cooperation in @helcominfo.bsky.social
Identifying key challenges of regional security, high-level panelists at today’s #BSSSC conference stressed the need for a comprehensive and wholistic concept of security and a multilevel approach involving all levels of governance, with regional coop as vital elements. @helcominfo.bsky.social
October 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Identifying key challenges of regional security, high-level panelists at today’s #BSSSC conference stressed the need for a comprehensive and wholistic concept of security and a multilevel approach involving all levels of governance, with regional coop as vital elements. @helcominfo.bsky.social
Delighted to be back in #Sopot, 🇵🇱, for 3 days of inspiring meetings. #BalticSea Region #security will top the agenda at this week’s back-to-back #BSSSC Day of Cities and Regions and #EUSBSR Annual Forum 2025. @helcominfo.bsky.social
October 28, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Delighted to be back in #Sopot, 🇵🇱, for 3 days of inspiring meetings. #BalticSea Region #security will top the agenda at this week’s back-to-back #BSSSC Day of Cities and Regions and #EUSBSR Annual Forum 2025. @helcominfo.bsky.social
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Informed debate based on reliable information is a cornerstone of any healthy democracy.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
October 25, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Informed debate based on reliable information is a cornerstone of any healthy democracy.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
The “Guarding the Baltic Sea” project fosters dialog and exchange between artists, environmental policy makers and the public at large, offering new insights and perspectives - for the benefit of the #BalticSea. Watch the trailer and/or the documentary to find out more! @helcominfo.bsky.social
This year, HELCOM has been collaborating with "Guarding the Baltic Sea", a multidisciplinary art project by the EUNIC Cluster Finland. By bringing together artists from various countries, the project seeks to develop innovative solutions for ocean literacy. 🌊
Learn more: buff.ly/kBtG7tW
Learn more: buff.ly/kBtG7tW
October 22, 2025 at 9:09 AM
The “Guarding the Baltic Sea” project fosters dialog and exchange between artists, environmental policy makers and the public at large, offering new insights and perspectives - for the benefit of the #BalticSea. Watch the trailer and/or the documentary to find out more! @helcominfo.bsky.social
For the #BalticSea, #MSP is key in working to reconcile the objectives of sustainable use and env. protection. It was great to see the European MSP community converge in #Helsinki, for an exciting week of mutual exchange and learning and to host some of the events at @helcominfo.bsky.social
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶! ⚓
Last week, MSP practitioners, data experts & authorities from across Europe gathered in Helsinki for an intense and inspiring MSP week. Five days full of collaboration, data and discussions to accelerate progress on MSP across Europe and beyond!
Last week, MSP practitioners, data experts & authorities from across Europe gathered in Helsinki for an intense and inspiring MSP week. Five days full of collaboration, data and discussions to accelerate progress on MSP across Europe and beyond!
October 20, 2025 at 10:31 AM
For the #BalticSea, #MSP is key in working to reconcile the objectives of sustainable use and env. protection. It was great to see the European MSP community converge in #Helsinki, for an exciting week of mutual exchange and learning and to host some of the events at @helcominfo.bsky.social