Characteristics

  • Length overall: 14 m
  • Beam: 4.75 m
  • Draught: 1.30 m
  • Gross tonnage: 25.95 RT
  • Diesel capacity: 3.8 m3
  • Fuel consumption: 40 lph
  • Crew: 3
  • Scientists, technicians and hydrographers: up to 12
  • Average operating speed during passages and cruises: 9 knots
  • Average speed during trials: 9 knots
  • Range: 24 hrs
  • Freshwater ballast: 0.44 m3
  • Construction: 2001, GATTO
  • Owner: CNRS-INSU
  • Operator: INSU’s technical division
  • Flag: France
  • Type: Marine station oceanographic research vessel
  • Call Sign: FGA 3812
  • MMSI number: 227 315 590

Complement

The vessel is certified for category 3 (up to 20 miles from a safe haven).

The vessel’s complement is as follows:

  • For category 4 operation (up to 5 miles from a safe haven)
     Crew: 3
     Special personnel: 12
     Total: 15 people
  • For category 3 operation (up to 20 miles from a safe haven and for trips under 24 hours)
     Crew: 3
     Special personnel: 9
     Total: 12 people