Twin Vee Catamarans

BBFS is excited about our partnership with Twin Vee Catamarans from Ft. Pierce, Florida. Twin Vee will be supplying the Sharklab with the ideal vessel for our operations. The 22' Twin Vee is an extremely stable platform, which is important when working up a large Tiger Shark. They are well designed and incredible to drive. We can't wait for the arrival of our new catamaran sometime in 2008. Thank you Tim, Dan and Mr. David East, president of Twin Vee.

MERCURY MARINE

BBFS could not carry out our daily research activities if it were not for the generous support of Mercury Marine. Our full fleet of research vessels are powered by Mercury outboard engines ranging in size from 25HP all the way up to 225HP. Mercury has been an important part of the Sharklab since it's inception and has supported Dr. Gruber's research since the 1980s.

DAVEY MARINE CENTER INC.

Davey Marine Center has been instrumental in keeping our vessels on the water. Davey supplied the Prolines and Aquasport to BBFS. Mercury Marine, through Davey Marine, continues to provide replacement outboard engines on a regular basis. Davey is always quick to install these new engines and continually supports our programs so that we can get back out on the water and do the things we do!

Private Donor: Bill Signs/Swedish Auto, Inc. Dallas, Texas

Bill has become quite the Sharklab supporter in recent times. He replaced our handheld VHF radios with a dozen new West Marine model VHF 250 radios. Following that he has graciously donated a Chevrolet Suburban to replace our aging 87' Dodge Ram. He often assists our field work by providing aerial surveys in his private plane and has provided the Sharklab with bait, Q-Beams and a hundred other items.

BBFS can't thank you enough Bill!!!