TAFIRI maintains a specialized fleet capable of deep-water limnological and marine surveys, essential for monitoring fish stocks and water quality
Mwanza – Lake Victoria
A key research vessel stationed at Lake Victoria. It is equipped for hydroacoustic surveys to estimate fish biomass and environmental monitoring and bottom trawling for fisheries stock assessment.
Kigoma – Lake Tanganyika
Operating on Lake Tanganyika, this vessel is vital for studying the deep-water pelagic ecosystem and monitoring the unique biodiversity of the world’s second-deepest lake.
Near-shore & Field Operations
A fleet of fiberglass workboats (typically 7-11 meters in length) used for near-shore sampling, pollution monitoring, and transporting researchers to remote cage sites.