Good news for nw boat builder

[The Bill Collector]

Aluminum Chambered Boats Inc. said it’s received a $37.7 million contract over five years to build up to 80 boats for the U.S. Coast Guard.
The Bellingham company said the Coast Guard will buy its transportable port security boats (TPSB) that are 32 feet long and powered by twin 315-horsepower diesel engines. The boats will replace aging inventory in the Coast Guard’s fleet, the company said.
Here’s the release from Aluminum Chambered Boats:

Aluminum Chambered Boats Awarded USCG Transportable Port Security Boat Contract
Aluminum Chambered Boats (ACB), Inc. Bellingham, Washington (May 18, 2010) –
ACB has been awarded a $37.7 million, 5-year contract to provide the US Coast Guard up to 80 Transportable Port Security Boats (TPSB). The high-performance, 32’ 9” vessels are powered with Twin 315HP Yanmar Diesels and Bravo X-1 outdrives and will replace the USCG’s current aging inventory. The TPSB will operate in coastal areas throughout the world and are capable of conducting missions in as little as 24” of water or can safely operate in 10’ sea conditions. The TPSB is designed to enable the crew to carry out their mission of security, maritime law enforcement, and search and rescue operations while limiting their exposure to the elements. The vessel provides ballistic protection and offers shock mitigated technology to reduce the physical demands placed on the crew. The twin engine stern drive power system was chosen for the ability to ensure safe handling in the diverse conditions and situations the TPSB operates.
“ACB is very proud of our ability to successfully respond to the US Coast Guard’s requirements,” comments Kelly Webb, Executive Vice President of Government Sales. “Our successful selection is attributed to the tireless dedication of our in-house government team, PD&E, and production as well as the company’s proven commitment to support our products and customers once our vessels are fielded.”
During the US Coast Guard’s competitive down-select process, ACB competed against the industry’s finest leaders. The award of this contract and the capability of this craft reinforces and showcases ACB’s abilities to build a safe, high performance vessel that is sure to attract even more opportunity.
Aluminum Chambered Boats Inc. is an aluminum boat manufacturer headquartered in Bellingham, Washington. ACB builds patented, rugged, state-of-the-art, high performance aluminum boats for government, recreational, and commercial customers on a global basis.



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