Karl Etters with the Tallahassee Democrat interviews FSUCML's Dr. Dean Grubbs and graduate students Cheston Peterson and Johanna Imhoff about their thoughts on the R/V APALACHEE. They are all anxious and excited to embark on its maiden research voyage in April. The R/V APALACHEE is the first of its kind in this region of the Gulf and many are anxious to get a turn.
Geo Shipyard Delivers Research Vessel to FSUCML
After many months of construction and a lot of hard work, Geo Shipyard, Inc. proudly delivered the R/V APALACHEE to us on January 25, 2013. "It was a most pleasant experience to work with the great people of the Coastal Marine Center of Florida State University" said David LeCompte, VP Geo Shipyard. Maritime Activity Reports, Inc. put out a press release announcing its delivery. In it you'll find more details about the design and specifications of the vessel.