Maritime Transportation And Shipping Talk

PRESS RELEASE!

For Immediate Release
Reformar Inc enters into long-term charter agreement for the Research Vessel Coriolis II with Seaforth Geosurveys.
(Rimouski, Qc); March 15, 2010
Reformar

Reformar Inc. is pleased to announce that it has signed a long term exclusive charter agreement for the Research Vessel RV Coriolis II. This exclusive agreement covers the use of the Coriolis II for the private sector contract. The 50 m former Canadian Coast Guard vessel has been operated by Reformar Inc. of Rimouski, Quebec since 2002. While the ship’s primary function is for academic research and training, Seaforth will also utilize the vessel for its worldwide marine survey operations. The ship, which is certified for operations in both domestic and international waters, is currently being mobilized in Quebec City with various geophysical sensors including multibeam, sidescan sonar, subbottom profiler, magnetometer, USBL, multi-channel seismic data acquisition and processing systems, and geotechnical sampling equipment. The vessel will also be configured with a dynamic positioning system, providing excellent station keeping for geotechnical operations and as an ROV support platform. Based in Rimouski during the summer, it is expected that the Coriolis will be based in Halifax during the winter months to support Seaforth’s domestic and international initiatives. “We are very excited about the opportunity presented with this partnership with Reformar”, stated Seaforth President David Lombardi. “The long term commitment to the Coriolis II provides the catalyst for our continued growth and dramatically increases our capability to respond to our client’s needs.”
In addition, Seaforth has initiated a collaborative research and development agreement with Reformar. Utilizing the RV Coriolis II as the focus, this team will embark on the development and testing of innovative geophysical methods and applications, creating a bridge between the academic research and commercial marine survey sectors.

David Lombardi. “The long term commitment to the Coriolis II provides the catalyst for our continued growth and dramatically increases our capability to respond to our client’s needs.”
In addition, Seaforth has initiated a collaborative research and development agreement with Reformar. Utilizing the RV Coriolis II as the focus, this team will embark on the development and testing of innovative geophysical methods and applications, creating a bridge between the academic research and commercial marine survey sectors.
“Reformar are extremely optimistic about the future potential of our relationship with Seaforth Geosurveys”, said Reformar President Serge Demers. “Not only is the long term sustainability of the ship as a research platform confirmed”, continued Mr. Demers, “the opportunities presented by the partnership with this dynamic and innovative company will enable Reformar to develop the in-house expertise in geophysical applications to significantly enhance our support of the University research community”.
It is expected the Coriolis II will be ready to sail on its first project under this agreement by mid-April.
About Reformar Inc.
REFORMAR INC. is a corporation whose mandate is to manage the technical and commercial operations of the Research Vessel RV Coriolis II. The Coriolis II has been in operation since 2002 and has participated in a significant number of scientific and training missions as well as commercial charters. Crucial research programs have occured since its debut, emphasizing the importance of the vessel for the scientific community in Canada and most importantly for the St-Lawrence ocean science sector.
About Seaforth Geosurveys Inc.
Seaforth Geosurveys Inc. is part of the Seaforth Engineering Group of Companies. Seaforth was incorporated in 1994 and has its head office, warehouse and data production facilities in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Seaforth Geosurveys provides a full range of marine engineering solutions and consulting services to clients worldwide, with a primary focus in the provision of marine geomatics and ocean mapping services, including geophysical and geotechnical data acquisition, processing and reporting. Seaforth has a team of highly trained and dedicated professionals that includes geologists, geophysicists, hydrographers, survey engineers, land surveyors, project managers, electronic technologists and GIS and CAD technicians.
Seaforth Engineering Group Inc. and its subsidiaries provide consulting engineering and project management services in the fields of marine geomatics, UNCLOS Article 76 consulting, wind energy and renewable energy system integration.

For more information contact:
Martial Savard – Executive Director, Reformar Inc.
David Lombardi – President, Seaforth Geosurveys Inc.
www.reformar.ca
www.seaforthengineering.com