Seabed 2030 Project
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of the Seabed 2030 initiative, helping to map the ocean floor in support of The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project.
| Vessel Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Odisea | Global Circumnavigation |
| Latitude | Global Circumnavigation |
| Arete | Global Circumnavigation |
| Alpenglow | Global Circumnavigation |
| Pura Vida | Global Circumnavigation |
ORCA OceanWatchers
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of ORCA OceanWatchers, a citizen science program that uses a mobile app and online training to help participants collect data on whales, dolphins, and porpoises. This data supports marine habitat monitoring and the identification of key areas for protection.
| Vessel Name | Location |
|---|---|
| XoXo | Global Circumnavigation |
| Odisea | Global Circumnavigation |
| Welcome | Global Circumnavigation |
| Pura Vida | Global Circumnavigation |
| Arete | Global Circumnavigation |
| Hamiruma | Global Circumnavigation |
| Viva La Vida | Global Circumnavigation |
CoralWatch
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of CoralWatch by recording coral health using a standardized color chart. These observations help track bleaching events and support global reef conservation efforts.
| Vessel Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Welcome | Global Circumnavigation |
| Arete | Global Circumnavigation |
| Odisea | Global Circumnavigation |
| Latitude | Global Circumnavigation |
| Alpenglow | Global Circumnavigation |
| Pura Vida | Global Circumnavigation |
Shark Observations with The Shark Trust
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of The Shark Trust’s Shark Log citizen science initiative, which collects global sightings data of sharks, skates, and rays. By recording observations through the Shark Trust app or website, participants contribute to a year-round database that improves understanding of species distribution, seasonal presence, and population trends while advancing elasmobranch conservation worldwide.
| Vessel Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Endeavor | Global Circumnavigation |
| Latitude | Global Circumnavigation |
| Humerus | Global Circumnavigation |
