Welcome to the
Marine Facilities planning
This website allows researchers to apply for sea time on CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator for research, education and training projects. In order to use this website, you must be a registered user. This website is maintained by MFP on behalf of CSIRO.
CSIRO Marine National Facility
The Marine National Facility (MNF) is collaborative national research infrastructure funded by the Australian Government and operated by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, on behalf of the nation. The MNF was established in 1984 to provide Australia with a dedicated capability to conduct excellent marine research for national benefit. The MNF includes:- The multidisciplinary ocean-class research vessel (RV) Investigator
- A suite of advanced scientific instrumentation and equipment
- A collection of 40 years of marine data made freely available for the benefit of all
- World-leading expertise in vessel and voyage management, and technology development.
Southern Coastal Research Vessel Fleet (SCRVF)
This is a competitive application process assessed by independent committees and multiple applications are supported each year. Australian researchers can apply for up to 14 days of fully-funded sea time aboard either the:- MRV Ngerin based in South Australia.
- RV Naturaliste based in Western Australia.
- RV Linnaeus (CSIRO) based in Western Australia.
