Vessels

R/V Gulf Challenger

The 50-foot R/V Gulf Challenger is the flagship of the School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering.

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gulf challenger

 

R/V Gulf Surveyor

R/V Gulf Surveyor is a 48' state-of-the-art platform for hydrographic research, and capacity for up to 18 passengers. 

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Photo of Gulf Surveyor on water.

Tego

This 33' aluminum work vessel is our newest addition with twin 250hp outboard motors and capacity for up to 6 passengers plus 2 crew. She is equipped with a hydraulic system that allows operation of a deck-mounted knuckle crane and removable pot hauler system, and can launch research equipment weighing up to 500 lbs. She is equipped with a 600kwh battery bank and an inverter to allow operation of a variety of electronic equipment. A versatile deck layout, including as dive door and ladder and bow door, make her suitable for a variety of missions in the vicinity of New Castle, NH. The vessel is provided with an operator rather than being available for individual groups to operate. "Tego" is the Abenaki word for "wave."

Photo of Tego vessel on open water.

Small Boats

The Marine School maintains a fleet of small boats that are available for research use to UNH researchers, students, staff and partners.

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Photo of small boat on water.