Research Vessel Tangaroa
The Government is investing in the Research Vessel Tangaroa via Strategic Science Investment Fund (SSIF) Infrastructure. The Research Vessel Tangaroa is operated by NIWA.
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MBIE funding
The Government is investing up to $9 million per annum and an additional $2 million every second year to support an Antarctic voyage. This investment is contracted until 30 June 2027.
About the Research Vessel
The Research Vessel Tangaroa provides essential support for a wide variety of research about New Zealand’s marine environment, and that of the Southern Ocean and Antarctica. The funding helps NIWA meet the operating costs of the Tangaroa for voyage days as required by New Zealand research projects. Funding for research project costs is not covered and is usually provided by the researcher's organisation. The contract also provides for additional, dedicated Antarctic voyages every second year. It is expected that all voyages facilitated through this contract will be aligned with New Zealand’s research strategies and priorities.
Public statement from NIWA
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RV Tangaroa(external link) — NIWA