Hydrographic Survey Vessel PNS Behr Paima
SV Behr Paima is a hydrographic-cum ocean-ographic research vessel fitted with modern equipment and sensors to conduct hydrographic surveys and oceanographic research. The ship has three laboratories equipped with differential GPS, microwave positioning and surveying systems, Deso 20/22 echo sounders and computers for data logging and processing.
In addition the ship has oceanographic and geophysical instruments on board to conduct scientific research. The ship has two survey motor boats equipped with electronic positioning and data logging systems to facilitate survey of shallow/inshore waters.
The vessel was commissioned into the Pakistan Navy on December 17, 1982.
Specifications |
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| Propulsion Power | 2 diesels
2 shafts |
| Speed | ~ 14 knots |
| Displacement | ~ 1400 tons full load |
| Complement | 84 |
