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Chikyu

IMO Number
9234044
Vessel Type
Drilling Ship
Flag
Japan

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Vessel Specifications

MMSI
432522000
Callsign
JRAJ
Width
38.0 m
Length
210.0 m

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Latest News

Chikyu Drill Ship's Ambitious Mission Falls Short of Earthquake Zone
May 29, 2019

In a significant setback for seismic research, the Japan-based drill ship "Chikyu" has been unable to reach its target depth of 5,200 meters beneath the ocean floor, where tectonic plates collide and...

Japanese Drilling Vessel Chikyu Achieves Unprecedented Depth Beneath Seafloor
Sep 07, 2012

The Chikyu, a state-of-the-art Japanese drilling vessel, has achieved a remarkable milestone by drilling an astounding depth of 6,926 feet (2,111 meters) beneath the seafloor. This groundbreaking ende...

CHIKYU Research Vessel Launches Investigation into Great East Japan Earthquake Off Miyagi Coast
Apr 18, 2012

In a significant advancement for geological research, the renowned deep-sea research vessel CHIKYU has commenced drilling operations off the coast of Miyagi Prefecture. This initiative aims to unravel...

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