Arrivals and Departures
In homeport and on one day port calls in other ports, the scientific party will normally board the vessel at 0800 on the morning of departure; meals will be served commencing with lunch. The scientific party will normally debark prior to 1600 on the day of return to port.
In special circumstances, and with prior approval of the Manager of Marine Operations, the scientific party may board the vessel on the night prior to sailing. Dinner will not be available but breakfast will be served on the morning of departure. When the vessel returns to port at night and it is reasonably necessary that the scientific party remain overnight, breakfast will be served the following morning provided that it is also being prepared for the crew.
In ports, other than homeport, where the ship will remain there for two or more days, the scientific party may board after lunch on the day before sailing and must debark before lunch on the day after arrival. If the crew is not on the ship, then scientific berthing and messing will not be available.
Special circumstances may require modification of these procedures. Cruise planners should consult with the Manager of Marine Operations in advance.