RV Mallet

RV Mallet

The RV Mallet is a purpose-built catamaran hydrographic research vessel operated by Geological Survey Ireland. The vessel facilitates the collection of hydrographic and geophysical data for inshore operations. It is 18m in length with a draft of only 1.4m making it ideal for a wide range of shallow and deeper water surveying. It is licenced to survey from shallow coastal waters to the 30 nautical mile limit as part of the INFOMAR programme. 

Key features of the RV Mallet include: 

  • Kongsberg EM2040P multi-beam echosounder 
  • Retractable ram survey pod 
  • Knuckle crane and hydraulic crane 
  • AML MVP 
  • Sub-bottom profiler 
  • Survey line autopilot