The Coastal Research Vessel Island Link   

Island Link is a modern semi-displacement fiberglass Cape Island style vessel. Certified to operate up to 20 nms from shore without weather restriction. A large heated dry lab area offers protection during cold/inclement weather operations. The Island Link measures 45 ft overall and cruises at 10-15 kts. The vessel can be available for year round operations.

Vessel Particulars:

Official Number:             821347
Port of Registry:             St. Andrews, NB
Gross Tonnage:             27.82
Year Built:                     1999
Hull:                              42 x 15.8 ft Dixon semi-displacement FRP hull
Builder:                         Dixon Marine Group, Lower Woods Harbour, Nova Scotia
Machinery:                    Cummins 8.3 Ltr Diesel, 430 HP
Speed                           10-15 kts
Range:                          300 nm
Certification                   Transport Canada Hometrade III, Not more than 20 nms from shore, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. No weather limits.
Passengers                    48 plus 2 crew

Research Equipment

Each vessel is equipped with modern communications and navigation including DGPS. The following equipment is available on an as needed basis, additional requirements can be met with prior notice.

-Stern mounted 1000 lb capacity A-frame and winch.
-Dive platform
-Electric Hauler
-14 ft inflatable boat with 20 HP outboard motor
-Weather station with data logger
-Portable generator for additional AC power