Vessel Specifications
Length Overall
32 meters
Crew Capacity
20 crew + 12 scientists
Operational Range
EEZ & Western Indian Ocean
Speed
12 knots cruising
Endurance
14 days at sea
Year Built
2018 (Commissioned)
Research Equipment & Facilities
State-of-the-art oceanographic and fisheries research equipment
CTD Rosette System
Conductivity, Temperature, Depth profiling with water samplers for oceanographic surveys.
Echo Sounders
Multi-frequency acoustic systems for fisheries stock assessment and seafloor mapping.
Wet Laboratory
Onboard laboratory for sample processing, microscopy, and preliminary analysis.
Navigation Systems
GPS, radar, and modern navigation equipment for precise positioning and safety.
Trawling Gear
Scientific trawls and sampling equipment for fisheries research and biodiversity surveys.
Data Systems
Modern data acquisition and processing systems for real-time oceanographic monitoring.
Research Capabilities
Oceanographic Surveys
Physical, chemical, and biological oceanography including CTD casts, water sampling, and current profiling throughout Kenya's EEZ and regional waters.
Fisheries Stock Assessment
Scientific trawl surveys, acoustic assessments, and catch sampling for sustainable fisheries management and stock monitoring.
Marine Biodiversity Studies
Ecosystem surveys, biodiversity sampling, and marine protected area monitoring for conservation and research.
Extended Expeditions
Multi-day research cruises for comprehensive marine studies across the Western Indian Ocean region.
