Many people contributed to the success of the research cruise (S23-AB06 R/V Strakhov ). Firstly, we wish to thank Captain Georgiy Chechyotkin, the Chief Engineer, the officers and crew members of R/V Strakhov for their professionalism and efforts in assuring the success of the cruise. The project was co-funded by Italy's PNRA project and Russia's GIN-RAS. Prof. C.A.Ricci, CNSA Commitee of PNRA and Dr. Vignato of ENEA/PNRA are warmly aknowledged for funding, assistance and handling of the Contract. The ISMAR team is indebted to the colleagues of Bologna, Dr.M.Ravaioli and P.Dall'Olio, for the continuous effort in resolving the financial and technical problems,