Fremont boat builder, Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc., recently delivered the 30th hull in a five year contract to the U.S. Coast Guard. Awarded in 2011, Kvichak has the contract for construction of up to 80 Transportable Port Security Boats (TPSB.)
Built for security, maritime law enforcement and search & rescue operations, a crew of 4 can operate these all-aluminum vessels. The TPSB can maneuver in as little as 24” of water and can operate safely in 8’ seas and up to 30 knots of wind, these vessels also include shock mitigating seats to minimize crew fatigue on extended missions. Ballistic armor protection and up to 4 mounted weapons provide increased mission capability and crew safety during tactical operations. The 32’ 9” vessels will replace the USCG’s current aging fleet of smaller, outboard powered fiberglass boats.
Kvichak continues to construct an additional 20 vessels, for delivery by July 2012. For additional information, contact Kvichak Marine Industries by e-mail at sales@kvichak.com or on the web site.