The group provides a forum for practicing marine archaeologists and advises CIfA Advisory Council on issues relevant to underwater sites, intertidal and nautical archaeology.
MASIG aims to
- promote the advancement of marine archaeological practice and individual professional development
- promote greater understanding of marine archaeology within the wider archaeological community through the publication of technical papers and guidance documents
- organise seminars and conferences to act as a forum for the development and maintenance of good practice in matters relating to marine archaeology