Discover VesselConnect: Your Gateway to Global Vessels
Need a ship? VesselConnect is an interactive, searchable web app designed for scientists, researchers, and humanitarian responders. It is a powerful tool simplifying discovery and access research vessels and marine science assets anywhere in the world.
- Explore the largest global database (550+ research vessels) of ships, specialized ocean science equipment, and rapid-response platforms.
- Filter and search by location, vessel size, capabilities, and other key criteria.
- View detailed specifications including images, operator information, and side-by-side vessel comparisons.
- Connect directly with operators to coordinate research, humanitarian, or educational missions.
Discover, Compare, Connect: VesselConnect
The only searchable tool of its kind
For decades, the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) funded The Ocean Information Center (OCEANIC), the go-to database for research vessel information.
When funding ended over 5 years ago, the database went dark. Yet the need for maritime vessels to combat urgent global challenges remains and continuously heightens.
To fill the gap, Greenwater Foundation developed VesselConnect: a new and improved central knowledge base of research vessels all over the world.
How it works
- Simple search: Find the right vessel, fast. Search by location, # of scientists, size, class, affiliations, and/or days underway.
- Advanced search: Search with simple search options, plus the ability to sort by capabilities, capacities, and working spaces.
- See what matters most: View updated specifications, images, operator info, and side-by-side comparisons.
- Stay supported: Easily reach operators to schedule research, humanitarian, or educational missions.
Donate funds – click on the DONATE NOW payment button or provide funding through other resources using the following information: Greenwater Foundation, 8401 Mayland Drive, Suite S, Richmond, VA 23294, EIN 92-1056279, contact person: Meg Ruxton, Executive Director, info@greenwaterfoundation.org.
Donate vessels – send a message with information about the vessel and your contact information. A Greenwater Foundation representative will respond about the next steps for the donation of your vessel.
Greenwater Foundation is exempt from federal income tax under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donors can deduct contributions they make under IRC Section 170. Greenwater Foundation is qualified to receive tax-deductible bequests, devises, transfers, or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522.