KRONPRINS HAAKON

KRONPRINS HAAKON (IMO: 9739587) sailing under the Norway flag. It has an overall length of 328 feets and a beam of 72 feets.

Vessel Identification

MMSI: 257275000 IMO: 9739587 Call Sign: LMQN Flag: Norway Vessel Type: Research Vessel AIS Type: 31 (Tug - but classified as Research Vessel)

Specification

Gross Tonnage: 6,375 GT Deadweight: 1,500 DWT Length Overall: 100.0 m Beam: 21.0 m Draft: 8.0 m Year Built: 2021

Propulsion

Propulsion Type: Diesel-Electric Propeller Type: Azimuth thrusters (Azipod) Ice Class: Polar Class 2 (PC-2) Icebreaking Capability: Yes — capable of operating in multi-year Arctic and Antarctic ice

Shipyard

Builder: Ulstein Verft AS Location: Ulsteinvik, Norway Delivery Year: 2021

Owner / Operator

Owner: Norwegian Polar Institute (Norsk Polarinstitutt) Operator: Norwegian Polar Institute Management: Norwegian Polar Institute Country: Norway

Navigation / Communications Equipment

AIS: Class A Transponder Navigation Systems: ECDIS, Dynamic Positioning (DP2) Echo Sounder: Multibeam echo sounder systems fitted Scientific Equipment: Fitted with extensive oceanographic and hydrographic research systems Communication: GMDSS-equipped, Satellite communications systems

Operating Region

Primary Area: Arctic and Antarctic waters Secondary Area: North Atlantic, Norwegian Sea Operational Scope: Polar research expeditions including both Arctic (Svalbard region) and Antarctic territories — one of few vessels certified for year-round polar operations in both hemispheres

Vessel Description

Kronprins Haakon is Norway's national icebreaker and polar research vessel, operated by the Norwegian Polar Institute. Built to Polar Class 2 (PC-2) standards, she is among the most capable research icebreakers in the world, designed to conduct scientific operations in the harshest polar environments. The vessel supports a wide range of disciplines including oceanography, marine biology, geology, and climate research. She is equipped with laboratories, extensive scientific winch systems, underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and advanced hydrographic survey equipment. Her diesel-electric propulsion system with azimuth thrusters provides excellent maneuverability in ice-covered waters. Named after the Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon, the vessel represents a significant national investment in polar science and sovereignty, supporting Norway's long-term commitments to both Arctic and Antarctic research programs.