- Pacific-Gulf Marine (PGM) has been awarded three 10-year contracts totaling $621 million to manage six ships for the U.S. Maritime Administration’s Ready Reserve Force (RRF).
- The vessels are strategically positioned in the San Francisco Bay Area, Newport News, and New Orleans, supporting rapid deployment for defense and humanitarian missions.
- With over four decades of collaboration, PGM reaffirms its long-standing commitment to the U.S. maritime sector through continued RRF operations.
Pacific-Gulf Marine (PGM) has secured three firm 10-year contracts from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MarAd), with a combined total value of $621 million, including both fixed fees and reimbursable expenses. Under these contracts, PGM will manage six vessels from MarAd’s 51-ship Ready Reserve Force (RRF), a vital fleet maintained in a high state of readiness to support U.S. Department of Defense missions, as well as humanitarian and disaster relief efforts, according to Professional Mariner.
Geographic Distribution of Assigned Vessels
The six RRF vessels under PGM’s management are distributed across three key U.S. port areas: two in the San Francisco Bay Area, two in Newport News, Virginia, and two in New Orleans, Louisiana. This geographic spread ensures rapid activation and deployment capabilities aligned with national strategic needs.
PGM’s Long-Standing Maritime Legacy
Founded in 1976, PGM is a privately held, full-service marine operations and vessel management firm serving both commercial and government sectors globally. The company is certified under the International Safety Management (ISM) Code and ISO 9002 and 14002 standards, underscoring its commitment to safety, quality, and environmental compliance. Over nearly five decades, PGM has built a reputation for reliability and excellence in vessel management services.
Enduring Partnership with MarAd and Industry Commitment
Todd Johnson, president and CEO of PGM, expressed pride in the continued partnership with the Maritime Administration, describing it as a relationship that spans over 40 years. He emphasized that PGM’s dedication to the U.S. maritime industry remains the cornerstone of its operations, reflecting a legacy of consistent, high-quality service delivered across a wide range of clients and missions. The latest contract awards further solidify PGM’s role in supporting national readiness and maritime resilience.
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Source: Professional Mariner
