03 — Marine Spa · 2023
Swan Hellenic Minerva Jacuzzi
Expedition Vessel · North Atlantic
Overview
An open-deck spa engineered to operate in polar conditions — heated, insulated and calibrated for use against a horizon of glaciers.
The Vessel
Engineering Challenge
01 · Detail
Thermal envelope calculated for continuous operation to −20 °C ambient. Freeze protection routed through every pipe run and control loop.
Manufacturing
02 · Partner build
Insulated composite shell built, cold-weather plant assembled and tested.
Completed Installation
03 · On site
Commissioned in-service in high latitudes with our engineer on board. Verified for continuous polar operation before handover.
Delivered
Commissioned on station in high latitudes and verified for continuous operation at −20 °C ambient, with freeze protection proven in service before handover.
Gallery
Specification
- Temperature
- 38.0 °C
- Volume
- 2.2 m³
- Rated
- −20 °C ambient
- Finish
- Teak + composite
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