MSP Concept
MSPs are IODP platforms especially chosen to fulfil particular scientific objectives.
Since 2025, MSP expeditions are been carried out by the ECORD Science Operator in the Framework of the International Ocean Drilling Programme (MSP Expeditions 2014-2024
Since 2014, 5 MSP expeditions have been carried out by the ECORD Science Operator.
MSP Expeditions 2003-2013
From 2004 to 2013, 5 MSP expeditions have been carried out by the ECORD Science Operator.
Schedule of MSP Expeditions
A list and a location map of all MSP expeditions operated by the ECORD Science Operator.
Expedition Reports
Scientific reports and publications of MSP expeditions conducted by ECORD can be accessed here.
MSP Data Portal
PANGAEA® is the long-term archive for scientific data resulting from MSP expeditions.