LE GB SHAW

LE GB SHAW (IMO: 9814519) sailing under the Ireland flag. It has an overall length of 295 feets and a beam of 46 feets.

LE GB SHAW

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Operating Region

• Primary Region: Irish Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
• Secondary Regions: Northeast Atlantic Ocean, Celtic Sea, Irish Sea
• Operational Scope: Oceanographic surveys, fisheries research, seabed mapping, and environmental monitoring within Irish and broader Northeast Atlantic waters

Vessel Description

The LE GB Shaw is a purpose-built fisheries and oceanographic research vessel operated by the Marine Institute of Ireland, named in honour of Dr. George Bernard Shaw, reflecting Ireland's commitment to marine science. Commissioned in 2018, the vessel is designed to support a wide range of scientific operations including:

• Fisheries stock assessment surveys
• Oceanographic data collection
• Seabed habitat mapping and multibeam surveys
• Ecosystem and environmental monitoring
• Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) operations

The vessel features a large working deck configured for scientific equipment deployment, including trawl gear, CTD rosette systems, and coring equipment. Its DP2 dynamic positioning capability allows precise station-keeping during sensitive scientific operations without anchor deployment.

The LE GB Shaw is equipped with modern wet and dry laboratories onboard, facilitating real-time sample processing and data analysis at sea. The vessel supports multi-disciplinary scientific teams and is a key national asset in Ireland's marine research infrastructure.

Note: Some technical specification fields (e.g., exact engine output, full electronics suite) are not publicly confirmed in open maritime registries. Users should verify precise specifications against the Marine Institute's official documentation or Lloyd's Register for operational purposes.