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OCS Research Vessel

Equipped for offshore research

The Ocean Conservation Society research vessel, “ANNIE JO” is a thirty-seven foot Nordic Tugs powerboat optimized for coastal and offshore navigation. She is equipped with a full compliment of electronics, scientific and communication equipment allowing us to download satellite data on weather trends and oceanographic conditions, utilize e-mail while underway, record bio-acoustic sounds, and collect detailed data on marine mammals and their habitat.

OCS research boat
 

"ANNIE JO" is a gift from Roland and Janet McKneely of Shreveport, Louisiana.
We appreciate their generosity and support.

OCS research boat
"ANNIE JO" donors Roland and Janet McKneely

Designed with comfort in mind

She is self-contained with a full galley, ample storage, and refrigeration. “ANNIE JO” has a settee for comfortable group dining and accommodations for up to six researchers with two private double cabins and a full head including hot water and shower.

OCS boat salon OCS boat galley
Main Salon Galley


Distinguished in her class

Stable, safe and economical to run, she has a world cruising pedigree and over a thousand-mile range.  "ANNIE JO’s" computerized inboard diesel provides exceptional fuel efficiency and comfortable motoring at speeds well over 15 knots.

Safety at sea

ANNIE JO is fully outfitted for safety at sea with life raft and self-locating satellite EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), and a full medical kit for all emergencies.

OCS boat galley
Pilothouse

 

Nordic Tug 37 Specifications
LOA
41' 3" with pulpit and roller
LWL
37' 4"
Beam
12' 11"
Draft
4’4"
Power
Cummins QSB 380Hp
Weight(dry)
22,000
Weight(wet)
26,000
Fuel
324
Range
approx. 1,000 NM @ 8 knts
(varies with load conditions)
Fresh Water
144
Black Water
32
Grey Water
9
Sleep #
6 DC


For additional technical information on our boat, please visit the manufacturer's website.

 

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