PONANT Science
PONANT Science
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PONANT Science is a pioneering programme that supports scientific research and embarks researchers on board our ships to learn more about the ocean, the least known ecosystem on our planet.PONANT Science is a pioneering programme that supports scientific research and embarks researchers on board our ships to learn more about the ocean, the least known ecosystem on our planet.
PONANT Science
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For several years, we have been closely collaborating with scientists from around the world, enabling them to conduct their research in often inaccessible regions. Thanks to the two fully equipped laboratories on board Le Commandant Charcot, these experts can carry out essential and valuable work.
Scientific missions
Supported projects
Since 2021, many scientific missions have already been conducted aboard our fleet in the Arctic and Antarctic.
Marine biology, oceanography, environmental chemistry... learn about some of these projects that are crucial for a better understanding of these fragile ecosystems.
Documenting the impact of nanoparticles.
Defining krill sanctuaries for whales
Study ocean circulation
Measuring ocean deoxygenation