EUROFLEETS+ is an associated partner in the new RItrainPlus project
Eurofleets+ are delighted to further develop synergies with the University of Milano-Bicocca (UNIMIB) through our associated partnership in the new RItrainPlus project. The landscape of pan-European RIs has changed in recent times into a very rich and diverse community (see ESFRI and National RI roadmaps). The introduction of the ERIC legal instrument in 2009 has particularly helped distributed RIs to find adequate solutions for their distributed nature, linking many smaller RIs (often Core Faci
Inaugural Transnational Access Project 2020 – Eurofleets+ Focus AUV Cruise
The FOCUS AUV Cruise took place in October on board the NIWA RV Tangaroa with the University of Gothenburg Hugin AUV over 29 days. The AUV was used to survey the Kaikōura canyon, off the east coast of the South Islandin New Zealand, to measure the ecological and sedimentological impact and recovery following the 2016 Kaikōura Earthquake. Voyage leader and NIWA marine geologist Dr Joshu Mountjoy says this is the first time such a sophisticated piece of technology has operated in New Zealand water
Transnational Access (TA) Schedule
A provisional schedule of Eurofleets+ funded cruises is now available for 2021 and 2022. Following two Transnational Access calls there are a total of 20 cruises confirmed and provisionally scheduled over the next 2 years. One survey has already taken place in 2020 utilising the University of Gothenburg’s Hugin AUV on a cruise in the Kaikoura Canyon in New Zealand. 13 cruises are scheduled for 2021 and 7 for 2022. Geographically, the cruises are dispersed throughout the Eurofleets+ regions w
Ocean Classroom Portal
Check out the new Ocean Classroom portal which has been added to the Eurofleets+ Site https://www.eurofleets.eu/classroom/ . The portal contains resources for people of all ages, from young children of 4 years of age upwards. The resources available can be used by teachers, parents and members of the public to increase their knowledge of research vessels and underwater robots such as Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Gliders. The resources cover to
Gear up! Eurofleets+ inaugural funded Transnational Access project gets under way!
Following a very successful Eurofleets+ Transnational Access Call the FOCUSAUV (Fine scale Observations following earthquake-triggered Canyon flUShing by AUV) survey was successful in securing funding and will be implemented from September 30th to October 29th in New Zealand. The survey is supported by the Eurofleets+ a H2020 funded project which facilitates open access to an integrated and advanced research vessel fleet, designed to meet the evolving and challenging needs of the user community.
HCMR’s new research vessel
We are happy to announce that the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research (HCMR), a public research body under the General Secretariat for Research & Technology, Ministry of Development & Investment, officially commenced the procedure for the detailed design and construction of a new, ocean going, multi-purpose research vessel. Funding for the procurement of the new vessel has been provided by the Hellenic State through a loan from the European Investment Bank which amounts to 55.18M€. The p
Our Project Video is out now!
https://www.eurofleets.eu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/EUROFLEETS_ok_31.mp4 On the 30th of July 2020 we have launched a new promotional video. This specific material is part of deliverable 9.7 – Promotion pack and video materials for open days. The EUROFLEETS+ Open days will be held onboard a number of Transnational Access (TA) vessels at dockside. These events are aimed at the general public and thus will be used to promote the important role Research Vessels play in oceanographic observat
Communication Package Towards other Infrastructures!
EUROFLEETS+ has successfully delivered a Communication Package Towards other Infrastructures! Where you can find all the resources that might be of interest to the management of your infrastructure and support you through the experience gained through the several EUROFLEETS projects. Access Guide – How to organise and evaluate Transnational Access Programmes; Exploring The Unknown – Dive into the ways EUROFLEETS+ is advancing the development of new tools for European research vessels enhancing t
EUROFLEETS was present at two major events this year!
We had a stand at Ocean Sciences Meeting 2020 Anneli (AWI) and Andrea (OGS) were at stand 434 presenting EUROFLEETS+ exciting opportunities! The Ocean Sciences Meeting (OSM) is the flagship conference for the ocean sciences and the larger ocean-connected community. As we approach the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, beginning in 2021, it is increasingly important to gather as a scientific community to raise awareness of the truly global dimension of the ocean, address env
EUROFLEETS+ Strategic Workshop Milan
A collaboration has been established with the University of Milano-Bicocca and the Executive Master in Management of Research Infrastructure (EMMRI) to develop a Eurofleets+ strategic programme, customized to help/facilitate project beneficiaries in developing a long-term sustainable coordination system, thinking in terms of strategic issues. The strategic programme has consisted of: A brain-storming session, held in Milan on 17 December 2019; the session was attended by an “ad-hoc” working grou
