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Exploring New Depths

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Explore the Depths

Oceanic Surveys

Dive into the world of marine exploration with Research Vessel Seafoam. Our cutting-edge technology and experienced team ensure precise data collection for a variety of projects. From underwater mapping to environmental assessments, we are dedicated to providing accurate and reliable surveying services. Discover the depths with us.

Topside rov operators and subsea rov in action.

Vessel Quick Specs

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  • Owner & Management: Seafoam 55 LLC

  • Type: Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) converted for survey/research

  • Year Built: 1999 (Lockport, LA – R&S Fabrication)

  • Flag/Registry: United States / Jacksonville, FL

  • USCG Designation: Oceanographic Research Vessel

  • Official Number: 1085235

  • Gross Tonnage: 485 ITC tons

  • Operations: U.S. waters nationwide (200 nm offshore – Atlantic, Gulf, Pacific, Hawaii); international projects available on request

  • Length Overall (LOA): 150 ft (45.7 m)

  • Beam (Moulded): 36 ft (11 m)

  • Draft (Light): 6.35 ft

  • Draft (Loaded): ~11 ft

  • Performance & Endurance

  • Maximum Speed: 10 knots

  • Cruising Speed: 8 knots

  • Minimum Speed: Variable to 0 knots

  • Endurance: Up to 50 days

  • Range: 10,000 nm

  • Fuel Capacity: 42,440 gal low-sulfur marine diesel

  • Propulsion: 2,000 HP total (twin Cummins KTA-38 main engines)

  • Thrusters: 1 bow thruster (Jones Act compliant)

  • Deck & Lifting Capability

  • Working Deck Area: 2,403 ft² (223 m²)

  • Deck Load Capacity: 300 long tons

  • Stern A-Frame: 18,000 lb SWL (outboard)

  • Telescoping Crane: 48 ft reach, 15,000 lb SWL @ 14 ft

  • Winch: 35,000 lb SWL, 60,000 ft 5/8" Spectra line

  • Key Systems & Recent Upgrades

  • Dynamic Positioning: IMS MT Bridgemate DP-1

  • Communications: Dual Starlink Maritime HP antennas (bonded, low-latency, encrypted)

  • Survey Software Suite: Hypack, SonarWIZ, C-NAX, Chesapeake

  • Subsea & Precision Positioning Upgrades (2025):

  • Outland Technology 1500 Inspection-Class ROV – rated to 1,000 ft (305 m), HD cameras, customizable manipulators/sensors

  • Sonardyne Micro-Ranger 2 USBL – portable Ultra-Short BaseLine tracking (up to 995 m range, multi-target capable)

  • Trimble marine-grade GNSS – centimeter-level accuracy, multi-frequency/multi-constellation

  • Accommodations

  • Total Berths: 17 (8 crew + 9 client/scientific party)

  • Cabins: 1 single, 3 double, 1 independent/VIP

  • Amenities: Full galley, lounge/conference area, air conditioning, laundry facilities

  • Crew Nationality: United States citizens

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