Based at the vessel’s home port in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, Kiva Marine has completed projects in regions ranging from Mexico, the Clarion Clipperton Zone to Japan and in the South Pacific.
Kiva Marine shore-based team, supported by an able and competent crew, ensure the vessel is operated to high international standards and in accordance with our Client’s specific requirements.
The Anuanua Moana, Kiva Marine's deep-sea science exploration and research vessel is owned, flagged and operated from the Cook Islands.
Our crew is drawn from around the world and have built up significant experience in deepwater exploration and research operations.
Bathymetric survey, deepwater seafloor and water column sampling and ROV operations including transects at 6,000m, are all in a day’s operational work for Kiva Marine.
Mr. Hans Smit, the President and Chief Executive Officer, has over 30 years of experience in global underwater mining and subsea exploration.
He has extensive knowledge and expertise in subsea engineering, operations, and management.
Mr. Smit’s experience in managing both engineering and deep-sea exploration businesses, along with his ability to lead complex projects with diverse teams, positions him as a key asset for Kiva Marine.
Mr. van Eck is a naval architect by education and has worked in the marine industry for nearly four decades, covering a range of roles in naval service, merchant marine operations, and marine mining.
Experienced as a ship manager, he has overseen new builds as well as managed vessel conversions. In the latter part of his career, he has managed multiple marine resource exploration and mining operations for commodities such as diamonds, gold, and polymetallic nodules in several regions worldwide.
Currently, he is responsible for the day-to-day activities of Anuanua Moana.