All American delivers research vessel to Cal Poly Humboldt

The new boat will serve as a state-of-the-art scientific exploration platform and support faculty research along the Northern California and Oregon coasts. All American Marine photo.

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. All American Marine (AAM), Bellingham, Wash., has successfully delivered a 78'x26.7' semi-displacement aluminum catamaran to Cal Poly Humboldt, Arcata, Calif. The new boat will serve as a state-of-the-art scientific exploration platform and support faculty research along the Northern California and Oregon coasts.

Designed by Nic de Waal of Teknicraft Design, the RV North Wind builds on the proven success of similar research vessels, including the R/V Shackleford and the University of Hawaii’s R/V Imua.

Built to U.S. Coast Guard Subchapter T standards, it is optimized for near-coastal and offshore operations, supporting Cal Poly Humboldt’s research initiatives in oceanography, marine ecosystems, and the emerging offshore wind industry. Go to this link to read the full article published by WorkBoat https://www.workboat.com/shipbuilding/all-american-delivers-research-vessel-to-cal-poly-humboldt