RV Celtic Explorer


The Celtic Explorer is a multi-purpose research vessel operated by the Marine Institute in Galway, Ireland. It came into service in 2003 for use in fisheries acoustic research, oceanographic, hydrographic and geological as well as buoy/deep water mooring and ROV Operations. The vessel is 65.5m long and has a capacity to accommodate 35 personnel of which 20-22 can be scientists. The vessel's base is the port of Galway which is located on the west coast of Ireland and offers ready access to the Atlantic Ocean.

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