FLIP, the unique research vessel renowned for its ability to flip from a horizontal to a vertical position, was on the brink of being scrapped. However, thanks to a bold decision by DEEP, a subsea design firm, FLIP was saved from dismantlement. The vessel is now undergoing a major refit at a prestigious shipyard in France, with plans to turn it into a groundbreaking underwater living space. The rescue of FLIP has sparked excitement and interest from the global scientific community, eager to utilize this iconic vessel in their research efforts. FLIP’s story exemplifies the marriage of audacious engineering and the human drive for exploration.
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