Research Vessel Facility - Balearic Islands Coastal Observing and Forecasting System
Original (non-English) name
Buque Oceanográfico SOCIB
Acronym
RV - SOCIB
Citation
If you use SOCIB data, please acknowledge the use of these data with one of the following statements: In applications or websites: Data products used in this application were obtained from SOCIB (www.socib.es). In addition, please make visible the SOCIB logo. In publications: Citation of a dataset with DOI is shown through the corresponding landing page of the SOCIB Data Product Catalog (apps.socib.es/data-catalog) Dataset without DOI: Data used in this work were obtained from SOCIB (www.socib.es). and cite the following publication: Tintore, J. et al. (2013), The Balearic Islands Coastal Ocean Observing and Forecasting System Responding to Science, Technology and Society Needs, Marine Technology Society Journal, 47 (1), doi: 10.4031/MTSJ.47.1.10
Abstract
R/V SOCIB is a catamaran developed as part of the observational strategy of the Balearic Islands Coastal Observing and Forecasting System (SOCIB). It was built at the RODMAN POLYSHIPS shipyard and was delivered in September 2012.
The catamaran design characteristically combines high performance, comfort, and good seakeeping. R/V SOCIB is able to support scientific surveys of up to 7 consecutive days duration.
The R/V SOCIB has a 27 m2 multipurpose (wet/dry) laboratory and a wide working deck of 60 m2. The wheelhouse has 360 ° visibility.
R/V SOCIB carries out oceanographic research in marine and coastal areas of the Balearic Islands and the Mediterranean sea.
For expeditions requiring 24 hour working, R/V SOCIB has sleeping quarters for up to 9 crew and 7 scientists/technicians in two quad cabins, three double cabins and two single cabins; for 12-16 hour working days, the sleeping quarters can accommodate up to 7 crew and 9 scientists/technicians.
R/V SOCIB has a fully equipped galley, a laundry, and a spacious dining room/saloon.