Peru is at the forefront of scientific research – Peruvian

08/05/2016

                 

This ship was built in the shipyard of the company Construcciones Navales Freire Paulino, with an investment of 79 million euros.

“The vessel has modern facilities place it among the most advanced in Latin America. The Peru is put at the forefront of oceanographic research with this ship, “he said after attending the christening and launching ceremony of this ship in the port of Vigo, Spain. He stressed that the boat will allow Peruvian researchers to share knowledge and experience with other countries that have bases in Antarctica, in order to make better use of marine resources.

“This will help boost research, within the framework of the policy of diversification; will allow us to make sustainable use of our seas safeguarding environmental policy, “he added.

For the Head of State, through the studies conducted with BAP Carrasco will be known all over the Peruvian fishing potential, and that will be reflected in measures to strengthen the development of the sector and the economy .

Base Antarctica

“The polar capacity of this ship allows us to navigate in times of winter, because it can move on layers of ice up to one meter thick; this means that the base of Antarctica scientists can accommodate at least half a year more than usual time, which will prolong the investigations, “he said.

The ship will be dedicated to research in physical oceanography, chemical, biological and geological. Also, hydrographic surveys and meteorology; logistics and support to meet the scientific station Machu Picchu in Antarctica.

The characteristics of this ship ensure that Peru can carry out scientific to the White Continent expeditions, which the country will fulfill its commitments as part Antarctic Treaty, and strengthen scientific research in the Peruvian court sea and adjacent ocean areas

at the launching ceremony of the said vessel was also attended by Defense Minister Jakke Valakivi.; the commanding general of the Navy, Admiral Edmundo Deville del Campo; Minister of Public Works of Spain, Ana Pastor, and the Mayor of Vigo, Abel Caballero, among other authorities.

Relations with Spain

On the other hand, the president said that Peru enters the groove of emerging countries. “We have made progress in reducing poverty, have created more than one million jobs in recent years and have led economic growth in the region. It’s been hard work and we must continue in that effort, “he said.

As part of this growth, said President Humala, our country has developed its shipping company and has made commitments to build barges in the Panama Canal, boats, patrol boats and boats to the Amazon.

He also stressed that ties with Spain are in “optimal level”. “These relationships have to move forward; is a relationship of trust, we are people that we need to generate growth opportunities, “said the Head of State.

                 

“Peru is for Spain a political, social and economic priority,” said Ana Pastor.