Bollinger Issues Statement on Fast Response Cutters (FRC) Award

Friday, September 23, 2011

Executive Vice President Chris Bollinger

Statement from Bollinger Shipyards, Inc, Executive Vice President, Chris Bollinger:

“The Bollinger organization is very pleased that the U. S. Coast Guard has awarded four additional Fast Response Cutters (FRC) to our on-going contract. This follow-on award will result in an extension of our backlog for several years, and provide jobs for over 500 Bollinger employees. This award reflects the Coast Guard’s continued confidence in the quality products delivered by the Bollinger team, including our workforce and team of suppliers and contractors. “

See official Coast Guard release at: http://www.uscg.mil/acquisition/newsroom/updates/sentinel092211.asp

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