All American Marine Builds University of Texas Marine Science Institute Research Vessel

All American Marine (AAM) has begun construction on a next-gen 78’ x 26.7’ aluminum catamaran research vessel for the University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI). The vessel is being built on Teknicraft Design’s multi-purpose research platform and is designed to support scientific research, survey, and teaching missions throughout the Gulf of Mexico, including offshore operations up to 150 nautical miles from shore.

Purpose-built for multi-mission flexibility, the twin-engine, propeller driven vessel will support a broad range of scientific operations including coastal and offshore ecology research, seismic surveys, gravity coring, water chemistry analysis, fisheries surveys, and undergraduate and graduate instruction. The platform integrates an adjustable hydrofoil system, modular deck equipment, and dedicated wet and dry laboratory spaces to accommodate evolving research requirements across diverse operating profiles.

Powered by twin 803hp CAT C18 Tier 3 diesel engines delivering cruising speeds of approximately 20 knots and fuel-efficient survey speeds as low as 3 knots. Fuel capacity is 1,600 gallons, allowing for long range missions, and the vessel will be inspected to USCG Subchapter T standards. The vessel is defined by Teknicraft’s hydrofoil-assisted aluminum catamaran hull, delivering stability at cruising and survey speeds, reduced resistance, and superior offshore efficiency. The adjustable hydrofoil system actively