E/V Nautilus arrives in the Cook Islands

NOAA-Supported Expedition on E/V Nautilus to Explore Deep Waters of the Cook Islands - NOAA Ocean Exploration

NOAA-supported expedition to explore deep waters of Cook Islands During the NOAA-supported Deep-Sea Habitats of the Cooks Islands Expedition on Exploration Vessel Nautilus, scientists will use Ocean Exploration Trust’s remotely operated vehicle Hercules, seen here, to explore sites on the Manihiki Plateau.  (Image credit: Image courtesy of Ocean Exploration Trust) September 29, 2025 Research ocean exploration expediti

E/V Nautilus arrives in the Cook Islands

On Friday, the exploration vessel (E/V) Nautilus arrives in the Cook Islands for the first time. Owned and operated by the U.S-based non-profit organisation Ocean Exploration Trust (OET), the 68-meter vessel specialises in scientific exploration of the deep ocean alongside education and outreach for global audiences.    The post E/V Nautilus arrives in the Cook Islands appeared first on Post Courier.