Making Ground-Breaking Science at Sea Possible
Since arriving at the National Oceanography Centre on 31 August 2006, RRS James Cook has undertaken research expeditions focusing on a range of scientific disciplines in some of Earth’s most challenging environments, from tropical oceans to the edge of ice sheets.
The RRS James Cook is fitted with cutting edge scientific instruments and hosts a wide array of scientific investigations on-board, making her one of the most advanced research vessels currently in service.
Take a Virtual Tour
Using photographic imaging and 360° scanning technology, our RRS James Cook virtual tours enable you to take immersive journeys through the ship to get a feel for what life is like on board. You can zoom in and out and move the image around for a full 360° view and explore hotspots on each deck
Specs and Technical Documentation
RRS James Cook is a multidisciplinary oceanographic research vessel capable of enabling science and research to be carried out in the far-reaches of the ocean.
Explore Further: Marine Facilities Planning
This website allows Scientists to apply to use marine facilities from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), the Nederlands Instituut voor Onderzoek der Zee (NIOZ) or GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. This includes both RRS James Cook and RRS Discovery.