Current expedition

Maritime Archaeology of Guadalcanal: Iron Bottom Sound

July 2 – 23, 2025
Current Status
Vehicles Ascending
Update
Our remotely operated vehicles Atalanta and Hercules are about 800m under the surface. We are troubleshooting the winch that raises and lowers Atalanta on its tether. Come critter spotting with us in the meantime!
3 hours ago
Ship Location
Iron Bottom Sound, Solomon Islands
Our team is in the control room and ready for your questions!

Current Watch

Watch Leader

Scientist

Data Logger

Data Logger

Hercules Pilot

Atalanta Pilot

Video Engineer