NOAA Ocean Exploration Operations on NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer

The control room on NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer during a remotely operated vehicle dive.

Beyond the Blue: Transit Mapping

June 19-July 15, 2025

NOAA Ocean Exploration and partners are currently transiting from Honolulu, Hawai‘i, to Koror, Palau, on NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer. During this expedition, they are preparing the ship, equipment, and personnel for the remainder of the field season. This includes integrating and testing new mission equipment, updating mapping systems, conducting mapping calibrations and system checks, and training new personnel. They will also conduct seafloor and water column mapping operations if integration and testing objectives are completed. No live video will be available during this expedition.