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The R/V Apalachee is owned and operated by the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory. The vessel was built by Geo Shipyard, Inc. in New Iberia, LA in 2013. It was designed to work in coastal and offshore waters, allowing scientists and students to conduct research on the ocean's biological, chemical, geological and physical characteristics that affect global and coastal oceans. The R/V Apalachee is 65-ft. long and has a 22-ft beam and cruises at 12 – 16kts. The vessel can accommodate 4 – 6 scientists and 2 crew. There is 780 sq. ft deck space and 200 sq. ft wetlab and 200 sq. ft. drylab space. The vessel has a winch and A-frame on the stern and can operate small trawls. The vessel is operated out of St. Teresa, FL.