Louisiana builder completes deliveries of initial batch of 40-foot patrol boats to US Navy

Louisiana-based Metal Shark Boats has successfully completed production of the US Navy’s 40-foot (12-metre) patrol boat (40PB) flight I program.

The 40PB program was launched to deliver a modern, purpose-built platform capable of addressing evolving maritime security threats.

Following a competitive selection process, Metal Shark was awarded the prime contract in 2017 for the design and production of the first flight of vessels.

After completion of rigorous design reviews, Metal Shark delivered two first-article vessels, which underwent extensive navy testing and evaluation. Incorporating feedback from these trials, the platform was refined into its final production configuration.