Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
17946
Universal time (UTC):
01:00
Australian time (AEST):
12:00
Position:
52° 26′ S, 143° 27′ E
Heading:
044T
Speed:
13.0 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
247 NM
Weather conditions:
Mostly cloudy, with sunny intervals, fine, good visibility, winds 25 kts from 27
Air temperature:
7.5 °C
Sea conditions:
Rough seas and heavy W'ly swell 4m
Sea temperature:
7.6 °C

Comments

The heavy swell caused a bit of motion in the ship last night and the vessel course is being adjusted slightly to minimise discomfort while still making good speed. Although most of the scientific sampling is now complete, some will continue until we steam up the Derwent. The CO2 group are still measuring pCO2 in surface waters and the atmosphere, are taking 6 hourly underway samples for 02, CO2, salinity, nutrients and oxygen isotopes and are continuing to analyse CTD samples previously collected. The phytoplankton group are continuing with underway sampling of surface water from the seawater line 2 to 4 times per day to assess phytoplankton productivity. Most on board are continuing to process samples, collate data or prepare preliminary reports. Last night the ship's company was treated to a soiree-style entertainment featuring many of the very talented musicians and performers on board. Our thanks go to all involved for making it a very special occasion. Regards, Martin and Sarah.

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