| The Department
of Marine Sciences Vessel Operations offers a variety
of maritime and research related support. Our fleet
includes the R/V Connecticut, the R/V Lowell Weicker,
the R/V Challenger, and our fleet of small boats. The
R/V Connecticut is a custom designed 76' steel single
screw research vessel. The R/V Lowell Weicker is a custom
designed 39' twin screw research vessel. The R/V Challenger
is a 25' Boston Whaler with twin 150 hp outboards. Our
small boat fleet includes a variety of skiffs and open
hull boats design to support near shore research activities.
Vessel Operations personnel support all users of
both large and small MSTC vessels by scheduling cruises
,training small boat operators ,logistical support
and acting as vessel operators. The MSTC vessels are
available for use to all Marine Sciences program staff,
faculty, and students. Marine Operations equipment
and staff are also available through charter to other
research institutions, government entities, and outside
industrial partners.
In addition to vessel operations, MSTC personnel
manage the day to day activities of the Avery Point
Campus waterfront which provides dockage for university,
municipal, and state owned vessels.
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