Characteristics

  • Length overall: 11.50 m
  • Beam: 4.20 m
  • Draught: 1.40 m
  • Gross tonnage: 12.65 UMS
  • Diesel capacity: 2 m3
  • Fuel consumption: 20 lph
  • Crew: 2
  • Scientists, technicians and hydrographers: up to 8
  • Average operating speed during passages and cruises: 9 knots
  • Average speed during trials: 10 knots
  • Range: 24 hours
  • Freshwater ballast: 0.22 m3
  • Wastewater ballast: 0.22 m3
  • Construction: 2009, Chantier Naval du Croisic
  • Owner: CNRS-INSU / MPA
  • Operator: INSU’s technical division
  • Flag: France
  • Type: Marine station oceanographic research vessel
  • Call Sign: FGG 8669
  • MMSI number: 227 057 160

Complement

The vessel is certified for category 3 (up to 20 miles from a safe haven). Ship’s complement is as follows:

  • Crew: 2
  • Special personnel: 8
  • Total: 10 people