Kexue, China’s most advanced research ship, leaves for the West Pacific

Apr 7, 2014

The 4711 tons ship, whose home is Qingdao, is 100 m long and 18 m wide, with a cruising range of 15.000 nautical miles and a top speed of 15 knots. Fort he expedition, 46 scientists and staff are on board.

China Bio news release, April 9, 2014