In further implementation of the CariCOOS Data Buoy network, Data Buoy C, the third of the array, was successfully launched on April 15 2011 on the USVI insular shelf at a point about 7 nautical miles south of Rendezvous Bay, St. John. Extensive consultations were undertaken by USVI CaRA personnel and members of the CaRA stakeholder Council in order to assure optimal value to the data users. This location will serve a multitude of stakeholders including natural resource managers, recreational divers, and sailors, and cruise ship, ferry and port operators.