| Brief description of purpose of cruise |
| Oceanography, chemistry, biology, geology |
| Name: | Polarstern |
| Nationality: | German |
| Call. sign: | DBLK |
| Dates of cruise: | From 28 February to 24 April 2003 |
| Operating authority: | Stiftung Alfred-Wegner-Institut für Polar- und Meeresforshung, Bremerhaven |
| Owner: | Stiftung Alfred-Wegner-Institut für Polar- und Meeresforshung, Bremerhaven |
| Name of master: | Uwe Pahl |
| Scientist in charge: | Dr. Ursula Schauer |
| Geographical area: | 74°N - 85°W and 10°W – 34°E |
| Date of application: | 04 September 2002 |
| Date granted: | 31 October |
