The R/V THOMAS G. THOMPSON (AGOR-23) was constructed by Halter Marine
and funded by the U.S. Navy. The vessel was delivered to ONR on 8 July 1991
and is operated by the University of Washington, under a Charter Party Agreement,
on behalf of NORCOR. The R/V THOMPSON is a thoroughly modern vessel capable of
multidisciplinary research in most oceans of the world.
This handbook provides information on the operational capabilities of the vessel
and guidance on various policies, regulations, procedures, safety, and lifesaving
precautions. The intent is to assist the chief scientist and members of the scientific
party in preparing for a cruise and successfully accomplishing the scientific mission,
while maintaining a harmonious relationship with support personnel and the ship's crew.
While the Master and Chief Scientist have considerable latitude in the accomplishment
of a scientific mission, any major deviation from standard procedures and policies must
be approved by the School well in advance of the cruise.
The R/V THOMPSON and support personnel have the sole purpose of implementing scientific
research and it is the intent of the School to be responsive to the needs of the researcher.
Please contact appropriate support personnel, as necessary, for additional information
and assistance.