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Nov- 2025 -

4 November

The US Coast Guard’s 61st Sentinel-class fast response cutter, the USCGC Olivia Hooker (WPC 1161).

Bollinger Delivers 61st Sentinel Cutter to US Coast Guard

Bollinger Shipyards has handed over the US Coast Guard’s 61st Sentinel-class patrol boat in Key West, Florida, as part of the ongoing Fast Response Cutter program.

Sep- 2025 -

26 September

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Sentinel-class fast response cutters (FRC) at USCG Bahrain Station.

Rojoef Manuel

US Coast Guard Orders More Sentinel Cutters From Bollinger

The US Coast Guard has awarded Bollinger Shipyards a $507-million contract option to build 10 additional Sentinel-Class fast response cutters.

18 September

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A Coast Guard small boat crew from the Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf operates a Long Range Interceptor in the Arctic Ocean, Sept. 1, 2012. The LRI has an enclosed cabin that protects the crew and enables them to stay out of the weather elements in order to stay on scene longer. The Bertholf crew is deployed in support of Operation Arctic Shield, during which the Coast Guard will test its Arctic capabilities while building partnerships with local communities to perform its maritime safety, maritime security and stewardship missions. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Timothy Tamargo)

Jodesz Gavilan

US Seeks High-Tech Solutions to Stop Rogue Small Boats

The US Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is calling on tech firms for solutions to stop and disable small boats threatening to breach American waters.

Aug- 2025 -

5 August

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A V-BAT unmanned aerial system launches aboard Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD-50), Feb. 9, 2024. The V-BAT provides the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable (MEU(SOC)) the capability to increase maritime awareness through utilization of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance sensors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Rojoef Manuel

US Coast Guard Completes V-BAT Drone Test Ahead of Fleetwide Rollout

The US Coast Guard has completed operational testing of the V-BAT unmanned aerial system (UAS), paving the way for its future deployment aboard the service’s cutter fleet.

Jun- 2025 -

9 June

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US Coast Guard’s Stand-In Icebreaker Vessel Embarks on Maiden Voyage

The US Coast Guard’s first polar icebreaker acquired in over 25 years has set off on its inaugural voyage.

May- 2025 -

21 May

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Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines, US Coast Guards Join Military Drills in South China Sea

The Philippine and US coast guards participated for the first time in joint military drills, Manila's armed forces said Wednesday, joining broader exercises held by the two allies in the South China Sea.

2 May

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Rojoef Manuel

US Coast Guard Greenlights Production of Modern Polar Security Cutters

Bollinger Shipyards has received approval to begin full production of the US Coast Guard’s Polar Security Cutter.

Apr- 2025 -

24 April

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The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter John Witherspoon (WPC 1158) transits in the vicinity of Juneau, Alaska, Jan. 23, 2025. The John Witherspoon is one of three Fast Response Cutters scheduled to commission in Alaska to support missions in search and rescue, living marine resources, and maritime law enforcement. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Logan Hoover)

Rojoef Manuel

US Coast Guard Inducts First Sentinel Cutter at Kodiak Base

The US Coast Guard has commissioned the first Sentinel-class fast response cutter to be homeported in Kodiak, Alaska.

18 April

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230118-N-NX070-1001 The heavy ice breaker USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10) breaks ice approaching McMurdo Station, Antarctica. Joint Task Force-Support Forces Antarctica oversees the activities of the joint services and provides Department of Defense support to the National Science Foundation and United States Antarctic Program through Operation Deep Freeze. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist RJ Stratchko)

Rojoef Manuel

US Coast Guard Starts Final Phase of Polar Star Cutter Life Extension

The US Coast Guard has entered the final stage of a life extension effort for its only operational heavy-class icebreaker, the USCGC Polar Star (WAGB-10).

Mar- 2025 -

25 March

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