The U.S. Coast Guard announced on July 2, 2026 that it has finalized two contracts for the construction and delivery of six Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs), a new class of polar icebreakers. Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C. of Lockport, Louisiana, will build four cutters valued at about $2.2 billion, while Rauma Marine Constructions Oy of Rauma, Finland will build two cutters valued at about $1.1 billion. The first vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2028, and all six are expected by 2031. The contracts were originally awarded in December 2025, allowing shipbuilders to begin planning while final details were negotiated. The Coast Guard says the new cutters will strengthen U.S. sovereignty, protect shipping lanes, and enhance readiness in the Arctic.
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