When the RSV Nuyina was first launched in 2021, the vessel was described as a 'Disneyland for scientists'. But, three years, and several PR disasters, later, the $528 million ship is yet to undertake a science voyage.
The RSV Nuyina has a remit to resupply Australia's Antarctic stations and provide 60 days a year of dedicated marine science voyages.
In addition to its remit of transporting cargo, fuel and personnel to Antarctic stations, the $528 million ship is supposed to provide 60 days a year of dedicated marine science voyages.The RSV Nuyina "hit" Hobart's Tasman Bridge four times during computer simulations. It's why the ship now has to make a long and costly detour to refuel.
Keeping watch on the icy continent is becoming more difficult. So, what is China doing down there? Truth is, we don't know for sure.According to the report, discussions with the government were intended to take place regarding "the suitability of a single vessel operating model for AAD". "There are a range of measures that could be deployed, including the chartering of vessels for certain periods of time throughout the calendar year when appropriate."Australia's half-billion dollar icebreaker is based in Hobart, but has to sail to the other end of Tasmania to refuel due to it not being allowed under a bridge in its home port — in another setback for the trouble-prone vessel.
The report also flagged "infrastructure gaps" in Hobart and at Antarctic stations that were impacting the efficiency and effectiveness of the use of the ship's capabilities. "The Nuyina has also assisted critical Australian Antarctic Program science activities, including sea floor mapping, the Southern Ocean plankton survey, the deployment of whale and krill monitoring devices and support for the Denman Terrestrial Campaign.""The gateway review found the overall delivery confidence for the project to design and build Nuyina was good," they said.
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