The Ocean Steward’s (University students) participate in offshore research and work alongside marine scientists while receiving ongoing mentorship. The Blue Fund Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Grindrod Bank ACEP KZN University of KwaZulu-Natal Nelson Mandela University University Of Zululand National Research Foundation ORI
WhaleTime is an innovative project that aims to bring science, conservation, tourism and community together around an iconic species. Grindrod Bank The Blue Fund Sodurba Tourism Association Water Research Commission AMAFA Wildlife ACT - Focused Conservation Different.org Department of Environmental Affairs Umhlanga Ocean Charters
The Blue Crew, a team of local female entrepreneurs, hope to address both the environmental and social challenges linked to waste accumulating along our coastline. Jonsson Workwear Department of Environmental Affairs Grindrod Bank The Blue Fund South32 Worsley Alumina Different.org
Our Oceanic Research Yacht, the RV Angra Pequena, provides a unique platform for offshore marine science and capacity-building, and conservation expeditions. This classic 72ft vessel provides opportunity for sea-going mentorship to marine science students (the Ocean Stewards), conducts valuable marine research and provides a platform for conservation stories to be filmed and told worldwide. She is equipped with a crane, winches, dive compressor and a semi-rigid inflatable boat and offers a good platform for diver and deck observation studies. The RV Angra Pequena can stay at sea for over 30 days with a fuel range of 3000 NM.
