Abstract
The UNESCO Marine Sciences Division have agreed with UNESCO Archaeology Division to study the possibility of increased support for marine archaeology. Managed through the Scientific Committee of the CMAS an international document is being prepared under the joint editorship of Mark Redknap (Old World) and John Gifford (New World) to identify national priorities and review sites and strategies.
A questionnaire on underwater cultural resources for distribution to all UNESCO countries has been prepared, and forms the main instrument for the preparation of the consultative document.