About the Skagerak Facility
The Skagerak Facility is part of the University of Gothenburg’s marine research infrastructure, supporting high-quality science at sea and along the coast. It provides access to advanced platforms, instruments, and expertise for studying the ocean in a time of rapid environmental change.
At the centre of the facility is the research vessel R/V Skagerak, a state-of-the-art ship equipped for multidisciplinary expeditions in both coastal and offshore waters – including polar regions.
The facility has also included the autonomous underwater vehicle RAN, which operated independently and enabled data collection from extreme depths and remote environments.
Although RAN was lost during a mission in early 2024, the data it collected continues to generate groundbreaking scientific insights.
The Skagerak Facility enables cutting-edge research in physical oceanography, marine chemistry, biology, geology, and environmental science.
It is open to researchers from academia, as well as to companies, public agencies, and other organisations seeking to carry out advanced marine studies or specialised expeditions.
Through collaborative projects, technical innovation, and open data, the facility contributes to a deeper understanding of the ocean and its role in the Earth system.
Skagerak Facility is based at Nya Varvet in Gothenburg and at Natrium, the university’s hub for marine and environmental sciences located on Medicinareberget, ensuring close links between fieldwork, laboratories, and academic environments.
