Research & Technology

Built Around the Mission

Technology and research programs often require more than transportation. They require a dependable operating platform, an experienced captain, disciplined communication and a crew that understands changing test plans. B & B Sportfishing works directly with project leaders to define the mission and build an operating approach around it.

• Available Support Capabilities
• Autonomous and remotely operated vessel test support
• Prototype, sensor and communications-system trials
• Chase, escort and observation-vessel service
• Sea-trial and demonstration support
• Personnel and light-equipment transport
• Test-area observation and visual documentation
• Recurring daily, weekly or extended contract operations
• Custom schedules, including early, late and weekend operations by arrangement

Local Knowledge Matters

Galveston-area operations can involve commercial traffic, changing weather, shallow-water constraints, offshore sea conditions and busy recreational waterways. Our captains bring decades of local experience and practical judgment to project execution while coordinating with the client’s designated project lead.

Clear Planning Before Mobilization

To evaluate a project, we will ask for the expected dates and hours, operating area, mission objective, number of personnel, equipment size and weight, communications plan, required vessel characteristics and any client-specific safety or documentation requirements.