In 2005, we were commissioned by the Irish Sea Marine Sector (ISMS) to examine the potential for marine leisure on the east coast of Ireland.In 2007, we edited the final research report on behalf of the ISMS. The findings of our report 'The Potential for Growing Marine Leisure, A Study Establishing the Scope & Opportunities for Expansion on the East Coast of Ireland’ was presented at a key industry conference.This report has since been used by the ISMS to promote development activity within the Irish marine leisure sector.