MAR25 - Arctic Research Vessels: Towards a Better Coordination of Marine Infrastructures - sponsored by Amundsen Science
In Canada, there has been a lack of coordination amongst Arctic research vessel providers to the detriment of the user base who need to multiply efforts to find information on vessel existence, funding scheme, availability, access, scheduling, equipment, logistics, and so on. Potential users find it difficult to plan and implement at-sea projects; while vessel providers meet challenges to recruit projects according to their mandate and ensure long-term viability. We invite submissions on what marine research infrastructure is available, what the needs of communities, universities, governments and other stakeholders are, how best to integrate multiple programs on single vessel, how to foster collaboration between ship operators, and best practices for coordination amongst all these parties to lower costs and maximize research outcomes. We also invite international partners to provide inputs by showcasing what is done outside of Canada with respect to the coordination of Arctic research vessels. Co-Chairs: Tom Henheffer, Arctic Research Foundation Anissa Merzouk, Amundsen Science Brent Else, MEOPAR
