Shipping & Receiving

Available Services

Shipping and receiving services are available for users of OSU vessels, visiting vessels and, to a limited extent, HMSC and cooperating agency research programs. Incoming shipments should be addressed to:

  • OSU Marine Operations
    2020 S.E. Marine Science Drive
    Newport, OR 97365-5275

For OSU Vessels: Each shipment should be clearly marked with the OSU vessel and the name of the party responsible for it on the ship.

For Visiting Vessels: Shipments for visiting vessels should be clearly marked with the ship's name and, if more than one cruise is involved, the cruise name.

For Research Programs: Shipments for HMSC research programs should include the name of the individual to whom they go and a phone number.

Those anticipating shipments to OSU Marine Operations are encouraged to contact the office at 541- 867-0200. Shipments that cannot be identified will be refused.

Outgoing shipments may be left with our Shipping/Receiving Department. They must be packed and include completed shipping documents. All shipping charges are the responsibility of the scientific party.

Packing and Crating

Packing and crating services are not available.