The ALKOR, like her sister ship HEINCKE, is a medium-sized research vessel with a length of 55 metres. She operates mainly in the North Sea and the Baltic Sea.
| Length | 55 m |
| Cruising speed | 12.5 kn |
| Endurance (max.) | 21 days |
| Scientific staff (max.) | 12 persons |
| Technical data | Specifications |
| Operating areas | North Sea, Baltic Sea |
| Lead time for cruise proposals | 1 year |
| Owner | The Federal State of Schleswig-Holstein |