JOSE OLAYA BALANDRA Fishing/Oceanographic Research Vessel
The JOSE OLAYA BALANDRA was completed at the Shimonoseki Shipyard & Engine Works of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. on March 5, 1998, and delivered to its owner, Instituto Del Mar Del Peru (IMAPRE). Constructed to engage in fishing and oceanographic research in the Peruvian waters, the vessel not only excels in seaworthiness, maneuverability and stability, but also embodies thorough consideration for quietness, working ease and living comfort, which are essential requirements for a survey vessel.
Features：
1. Maneuverability is improved by the use of a flap rudder.
2. The structures and outfits on the navigation bridge deck are built of aluminum alloy to reduce the hull weight and improve stability.
3. The vibromotive force of the propeller is reduced.
4. With a view to enhancing the accuracy of acoustic apparatuses arranged in the bottom dome, various measures are taken to intercept vibration and noise from the main engine and other machinery, and the use of a propeller whose cavitation is minimized also contributes to noise reduction.
5. The vessel has an extensive work deck and slipway to facilitate research and observation, and three laboratories and one data analysis room are provided, all contributing to ensure an excellent environment for research work.
6. A clear height of 2,000 mm is secured in the living accommodations.
7. In selecting the machinery, equipment and outfits for the vessel, full consideration was given to economy, durability and maintenance ease in Peru.
The stability of the vessel satisfies the requirements of the IMO's A-168 and A-562, and the structure and installations meet the applicable provisions of the 1977 Torremolinos International Convention for the Safety of Fishing Vessels.
