Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Glomar-Vantage

On September 6, 2023, a team of divers aboard the 'Glomar Vantage' embarked on an ambitious mission to explore the wreck of the 'Karlsruhe', located at coordinates 55° 12.84' N 016° 53.60' E near Ustka, Poland. This expedition is fueled by the hope of uncovering lost art and invaluable artifacts from the fabled Amber Room—an exquisite jewel-encrusted chamber originally crafted in 18th-century Prussia and later housed in the Catherine Palace in Saint Petersburg. The Amber Room, celebrated for its beauty, was dismantled by Nazi soldiers during World War II and transported to Königsberg, where it mysteriously vanished, leaving its destiny a tantalizing mystery. The 'Karlsruhe', a German vessel sunk by the Royal Navy in 1945, was discovered by a group of Polish amateur divers, 43 miles off the coast of Ustka. There are strong suspicions that the wreck might still hold precious treasures. On its last voyage, the ship departed Königsberg laden with 360 tonnes of goods, protected by two minesweeping ships, indicating that it was carrying valuable cargo. Expedition leader Tomek Stachura remarked, 'It was in Königsberg that the Amber Chamber was last seen. If the Germans aimed to transport the Amber Chamber across the Baltic Sea, then the Karlsruhe steamer was their last opportunity.' To investigate the wreck, the divers are utilizing a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) armed with cameras, which has already revealed several locked cargo boxes resting at a depth of 289 feet. The Baltictech diving team plans to open these containers to search for the legendary loot. Each day, divers will conduct 12 separate dives, entering the wreck through an accessible shaft in its center. They will have a limited window of half an hour to examine the contents of the boxes with the aid of underwater scooters before they must resurface. Stachura noted, 'There’s a one to two percent chance that the room could be in one of the numerous locked boxes.' So far, initial examinations have uncovered several 'non-military crates' alongside what appear to be decaying picture frames and old canvases. The handles of some crates suggest they may contain museum artifacts. In the event that divers come across significant items, Polish authorities would assume possession. Additionally, the wreck may be classified as a war grave due to the loss of German soldiers and crew during its sinking. For detailed updates and visual reports on this captivating search, visit https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9961899/Hunt-lost-artwork-artefacts-legendary-Amber-Room-begins-sunken-Nazi-warship.html.

The GLOMAR VANTAGE, formerly known as the FUGRO COMMANDER, is set to embark on a new journey after an extensive overhaul at Globaltic Marine shipyard in Gydnia. This transformation included a critical change of class, along with thorough inspections and refurbishments of all systems related to Dive Support Services. The interior of the vessel has also been completely refreshed, marking a significant upgrade. The GLOMAR VANTAGE is now classified as DP1 and features a fully certified 4-point mooring system, enhancing its operational capabilities. Additionally, the vessel boasts a 7-tonne A-frame permanently mounted over the stern, coupled with a newly installed mezzanine deck to optimize deck space. This impressive vessel is scheduled to arrive in Den Helder later this week to kick off its inaugural assignment. Operating under Glomar Offshore B.V., the GLOMAR VANTAGE exemplifies commitment to excellence in offshore support, backed by a skilled team dedicated to high-quality maritime operations and innovative quality management tools. As the industry evolves, Glomar Offshore continues to prepare for the challenges and opportunities of today and tomorrow.