Australian shipbuilder completes multi-purpose researcher

Built for the Australia state’s Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) by Geraldton-based shipbuilder Dongara Marine, the new 18.6-metre fisheries research vessel (RV) was named Djildjit Kaartadjiny in consultation with Noongar (indigenous) elders; Djildjit Kaartadjiny, meaning knowledge and understanding of aquamarine fish or fisheries research. 

Dongara Marine fisheries research vessel

Built for the Australia state’s Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) by Geraldton-based shipbuilder Dongara Marine, the new 18.6-metre fisheries research vessel (RV) was named Djildjit Kaartadjiny in consultation with Noongar (indigenous) elders; Djildjit Kaartadjiny, meaning knowledge and understanding of aquamarine fish or fisheries research.