M/V Multanovskiy
The 'Professor Multanovskiy' is a modern and comfortable oceanographic research vessel.
Built in 1983 in Finland, it was designed as ice-strengthened vessel, and is now under long-term contract by Oceanwide Expeditions. It has been converted for passenger use and is ideally suited for expedition cruising. It have a good anti-roll system, a range of 70 days independent operation and are ISM certified. The vessel is strongly built of steel with an ice strengthened hull (ice-strengthened from the bow until about 1/4 of the ships length), perfect for polar seas. It has the Russian ice-class notation LU(1), which is identical with Lloyds Register 1D.
The 'Professor Multanovskiy' is manned by enthusiastic Russian crews of around 20, all highly experienced in ice navigation. Russian captains are recognised experts in polar navigation.
All our international expedition leaders and lecturers are highly knowledgeable, helpful and dedicated to the protection of the environment.
The ship has a large bridge (where you are almost always welcome) and good open deck-viewing areas. It carries a full complement of Zodiac craft, excellent for landings and wildlife viewing opportunities in otherwise in-accessible areas. 3-Star meals, prepared by international chefs, is served in the dining room, which also acts as the lecture room. Other public areas include a lounge and bar, small library, infirmary, and sauna.
Technical Specifications
Length: 71,6 metres (236 feet)
Breadth: 12,8 metres (42 feet)
Draft: 4,5 metres (15 feet)
Ice class: KM*UL(1)A2
Displacement: 2140 tonnes
Engines: 2x 1560 hp diesel
Speed: 10 - 12 knots
Passengers: 53