Research Vessel Bernicia

We have said farewell to our old reseach vessel 'Bernicia', the most recent in a line of vessels associated with the University dating back to 1911. She has been sold as a going concern and is now berthed in the Netherlands.

The old Bernicia is to be replaced with an exciting and innovative new boat designed by a team from the School of Marine Science and Technology. The new research vessel exploits a unique deep-vee catamaran concept, pioneered and developed within the department and introduces many new cutting edge features.

Full details of the replacement vessel.

Enquiries are welcomed and should be made to:

Dr Ben Wigham

Tel: +44 (0) 191 222 3054 or +44 (0)191 222 7831
Fax: +44 (0) 191 252 1054