2019 programme

Detailed mapping was carried out of the seabed associated with the north-eastern areas of the Mohns Ridge in the Norwegian Sea.

Technical experience from the 2018 expedition played a key role in carrying out the assignment.

Contractor

Ocean Infinity

Tool

5 x AUVs, 3 in the water at the same time.

AUV: 3 x Hugin 6000

Sensors: MBES, SSS, SBP, SAS, Mag, SP, pH/ORP

ROV: Kystdesign (KD31)

Result

3868 line km of AUV data, 5 x ROV dives collecting geological samples. Discovered the "Gnitahei" sulphide deposit and verified the "Mohns Treasure" sulphide deposit.

Detailed map of the mapping area

The area in white indicates the area where data was collected.

 

News about the expedition

Successful exploration for seabed minerals 

 

Updated: 08/11/2021

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