ORV Sagar Nidhi

ORV Sagar Nidhi

ORV Sagar Nidhi is an ice-strengthened multidisciplinary vessel operated by the National Institute of Ocean Technology, India. It was constructed at Fincantieri, Italy. The 104-metre-long vessel[1] has fully automatic diesel-electric propulsion equipped with dynamic positioning system, azimuth thrusters, and a winch to hoist 60 tonnes from a depth of 6,000 metres.[2]

The vessel is capable of carrying out geo-scientific, meteorological and oceanographic research, and is designed with blue-water capability with ranges of up to 10,000 nautical miles (19,000 km) for voyages lasting up to 45 days.[3] She is expected to support research in the Indian and Antarctic Oceans.[4]^[failed verification]

Sagar Nidhi will be utilized for deep sea mining, launching of ROV's, AUV's, crewed and uncrewed submersibles, and exploration of gas hydrates.

References

1. "Vessel Management Cell – Facilities". National Institute of Ocean Technology. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
2. "Fincantieri Launches Indian Navy Ship". Marine Link. October 14, 2010. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
3. Duggirala, Sahas (August 8, 2008). "A visit to a world class research ship, Sagar Nidhi". YOCee. Retrieved May 24, 2015.
4. "Vessel Management Cell – Introduction". National Institute of Ocean Technology.