The US Coast Guard has awarded two contracts to build up to six Arctic Security Cutters, strengthening its ability to operate in the Arctic and protect US interests in the region.
The contracts were awarded on Friday to Rauma Marine Constructions Oy in Finland and Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C. in Louisiana, United States.
The vessels will be icebreakers designed to operate in ice-covered waters and support missions in the Arctic.
According to the Coast Guard, the Arctic Security Cutters will help defend US sovereignty, secure important shipping routes, and protect energy and mineral resources in the Arctic.
The ships will also support border security around Alaska, enable maritime trade that supports economic growth, and improve the Coast Guard’s ability to respond to emergencies and other situations in the region.
US authorities said the contracts are the result of international agreements between the United States and Finland, as well as funding approved under President Donald
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