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Z\u03c9\u03ae<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Large multi-purpose research vessel (LRV)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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LRV-Prototype and Foundation of the OceanRabble International Marine Conservation (IMC) Fleet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To decontaminate shipwrecks, remove ghost nets and collect waste from the seabed, you need the right tool! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In our case, this means a vessel that provides optimal support for all our activities \u2013 particularly our environmental and marine conservation missions \u2013 whilst also meeting many other criteria. We have also recognised that it is not only we ourselves who need suitable vessels with competent crews and extensive, costly specialist equipment for our marine conservation projects, but also most other organisations and activists who are fighting alongside us for environmental protection. This is where we wish to step in and support them \u2013 alongside our own marine conservation projects \u2013 with our (future) vessels and our expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We first took a look at traditional cargo sailing ships and tall ships, which have transported goods and passengers alike across the globe for centuries. Although they are well proven and have timelessly beautiful lines, they do not easily meet current standards in terms of safety, comfort and environmental protection. No matter how many old ships we looked at and how hard we tried to adapt these designs to today’s requirements and our specific needs, we ultimately had to realise that only a completely new design could deliver the desired results, and the idea for Z\u03c9\u03ae<\/em><\/strong> (‘Life’) was born.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most obvious differences to historical cargo sailing ships concern the main construction material, the auxiliary propulsion, the anchor gear and winch, the navigation equipment as well as the interior of the ship, especially galley, refrigeration and sanitary rooms and areas and facilities that logically did not exist on the historical models – such as the diving base. The construction method also differs significantly. Traditionally, caulked planks were built over naturally curved or steam-bent frames. We make the hull, deck, frames and stringers as well as the masts from wood epoxy laminate. This construction method is by far better than the historical one in every respect, be it durability, strength, shapeability or material waste. But this was also only invented in the 21st century. The rigging, on the other hand, will largely correspond to that of the past and, thus, will not least become a popular team-building activity for our guests under the guidance of the ship’s crew. The exterior appearance will also be largely unchanged and thus increase the recognition and the positive image of the ship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an overall length of approximately 64 metres, Zo\u00e9 is a huge, highly specialised and yet extremely versatile tool. Her design therefore represents a major multidisciplinary challenge. In addition to the mentioned combination of traditional lines, good performance, modern building materials and current regulations, the requirements of a floating technical diving centre, an expedition ship, a training facility, a hotel, a scientific research department and much more must be combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the subchapters, you will find continuously updated information on the individual topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Key data:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rough estimate building time: 3 years<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length over all: ~ 209ft (64m)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Length on deck: ~171ft (52m)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beam over all: ~30ft (9,3m)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Draft: ~14ft (4,4m)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GT: < 500GT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Displacement: ~800t<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Number of sails: approx. 26<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Air draft: ~ 115ft (35m)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typ: Full-rigged ship<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Auxiliary propulsion<\/a>: electrical \/ hybrid<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thickness of the hull wall\/deck (light ice-class): up to 200\/120mm (fir core layer with outer \/ inner layer greenheart\/robinia)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Naval architect<\/a>: IMC Foundation<\/p>\n<\/div>

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