Earth Sciences New Zealand intends to continue making the Research Vessel Tangaroa available for New Zealand research organisations.
Applicants must demonstrate the national scientific value of the voyage, that they have the expertise and track record of managing deep sea marine research projects, and can show how this will be of use and made accessible to New Zealand.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
RV Tangaroa Ship Days [OPEN]
Expression of Interest for ship days on RV Tangaroa.
Open Date 6 August, 2026
Closing date 11 September, 2026, Midnight NZDT
RV Tangaroa Antarctic Research Voyages [CLOSED]
Expression of Interest for Supplementary Science. Next call anticipated mid-2027.
Voyage January/February 2027 and 2029 (exact dates to be determined)
Open Date 22 September, 2025
Closing date 7 November, 2025, Midnight NZDT
Additional information for applicants [215KB]
It is expected that voyages are aligned with New Zealand’s marine research strategies and priorities, and Antarctic work with the Aotearoa New Zealand Antarctic Research Directions and Priorities.