R/V AKADEMIK has been operated since 1984 (constructed in 1979). In 1988 the ship was repaired and furnished with contemporary navigational and scientific equipment.

• Displacement 1225 t
• Length o.a. 55,5m
• Breadth 9,8 m
• Draught 4,8 m
• Cruise speed 9,5 kn
• Crew 22
• Scientific staff 20
• Endurance at cruise 35 days
• Range at cruise speed 7500 n miles