Dulra na Mara

The R.V. Dulra na Mara is a versatile 12-meter research vessel which can take up to 12 passengers and operate for 12 hours. It is designed for a wide range of scientific operations, including oceanographic sampling; hydrographic surveys; beam trawling; benthic research; ornithology and marine mammal observing; side scan sonar operations and drop camera and mini ROV deployments.

Equipped with a real-time winch and a 1.5 Ton A-frame allows for efficient deployment and retrieval of sediment sampling gear, ensuring high quality data collection for geological and environmental studies.

The vessel will primarily be based out of Galway docks but can work out of other west and southwest locations.

Vessel Specification Overview