A Commercial Exploration Vessel is a specialized ship designed to explore underwater for resources like oil, gas, and minerals. These vessels are often large and sophisticated, with the capability to survey a wide area, probe depths, and detect underwater geological and biological phenomena. A Commercial Exploration Vessel typically contains laboratories and equipment to analyze samples, collect data, and perform various research tasks. The onboard crew typically includes scientists, engineers, surveyors, IT specialists, and other support personnel. Modern vessels are often highly automated and computer-driven, and they are outfitted with the latest technological innovations.