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Coast Guard Secures $507M for 10 New Fast Response Cutters

9/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

The U.S. Coast Guard awarded Bollinger Shipyards a $507 million contract for 10 additional Fast Response Cutters (FRCs), raising the total to 77 vessels.
Funding comes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which allocates nearly $25 billion for Coast Guard operations, including $1 billion for FRCs.
The first cutter is set for delivery in fiscal year 2028.
FRCs support law enforcement and search and rescue missions, generating over $2 billion in economic impact and sustaining over 650 jobs in Louisiana.
The FRCs enhance the Coast Guard's capabilities under the Force Design 2028 initiative.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. Coast Guard's reliance on maritime security has evolved since the establishment of the 210-foot Reliance-class cutters in 1967. Recently, Bollinger Shipyards secured a $507 million contract for 10 Fast Response Cutters, expanding the fleet to 77 vessels. This initiative aligns with the Force Design 2028 plan, emphasizing modernization and contributing over $2 billion to the economy through job creation and enhanced national security.

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Story summary

The U.S. Coast Guard awarded Bollinger Shipyards a $507 million contract for 10 additional Fast Response Cutters (FRCs), raising the total to 77 vessels.
Funding comes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which allocates nearly $25 billion for Coast Guard operations, including $1 billion for FRCs.
The first cutter is set for delivery in fiscal year 2028.
FRCs support law enforcement and search and rescue missions, generating over $2 billion in economic impact and sustaining over 650 jobs in Louisiana.
The FRCs enhance the Coast Guard's capabilities under the Force Design 2028 initiative.

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