Vessel used for channel survey and sounding
Overview
These vessels:
- replaced the 2 vessels in the St. Lawrence Seaway in the Central and Arctic regions
- these vessels have been in operation for an average of 37.5 years and were nearing the end of their lifespan
- provide private and commercial boaters with information about channel bottom conditions and water depth predictions
- provide the Canadian Coast Guard and other federal institutions the capability to monitor and observe marine and environmental conditions
Project at a glance
- Shipyard
- Kanter Marine (St. Thomas, Ontario)
- Project status
- Completed
- Number of vessels built
- 2
- Project budget
- $5 million
- Vessel delivered
- End of 2018
Current status
Both vessels were delivered in 2018.
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