Post by Deleted on Sept 1, 2014 16:09:03 GMT -5
IMPERIAL NAVY TO COMMISSION NEW SCIENTIFIC SHIP
The Imperial Navy have announced that they will take delivery of a new scientific ship in six months time. The INV Discovery will be outfitted as an Artic ship and will be capable of launching both helicopters and a variety of submersibles. The ship will be able to deploy at sea for up to 18 months and will have a crew of around 100 sailors. The ship is expected to undertake its first mission to survey the polar ice caps as soon as it has completed its running in period. The ship will be commanded by Commodore Freidheim. A Naval spokesman said, "The ship will feature state of the art technology that will help us learn so much more about the depths of the oceans. We can also use the vessel for logistical support, search and rescue missions and marine recovery operations."