PI-Added Sensors / Equipment Requests for Pioneer Array MAB Accepted After Array is Operational

We are very excited about deploying the Pioneer Array in its new location in the southern Mid-Atlantic Bight (MAB), including new designs and new sensors. The MAB location and design require new permitting, new engineering, and inclusion of new sensors as part of the core Array measurements.  We are optimistic that we are on track to deploy the new Array in Spring 2024 as planned.

Because of this aggressive timeline for deployment in the new location, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has directed the OOI Facility to put acceptance and evaluation of Principal Investigator requests for new sensors/equipment on hold until the new Array has been deployed and fully operational for one month.  This will allow the OOI to focus on delivery of the core OOI measurements during this critical period, including initial understanding of performance.  The NSF also  has directed the OOI to return assessments as soon as practicable after the hiatus has been lifted, ideally by Summer 2024.

Specific dates will be posted as they become known.  Regular updates on progress at the Pioneer Array MAB will be posted here.