| Brief description of purpose of cruise |
| Physical, chemical, biological oceanography |
| Name: | Polarstern |
| Nationality: | German |
| Call. sign: | DBLK |
| Dates of cruise: | From 16 June to 16 July 2004 |
| Operating authority: | Stiftung Alfred-Wegner-Institut für Polar- und Meeresforshung, Bremerhaven |
| Owner: | Stiftung Alfred-Wegner-Institut für Polar- und Meeresforshung, Bremerhaven |
| Name of master: | Udo Domke |
| Scientist in charge: | Dr. Gereon Budéus |
| Geographical area: | 71°N – 81°N and 20°W – 20°E. |
| Date of application: | 15 January 2004 |
| Date granted: | 12 March 2004 |
