Dec 2-4, 2026  •  Morial Convention Center  •  New Orleans, LA

Coast Guard Boat Acquisitions: Current & Future Planning

Coast Guard Boat Acquisitions: Current & Future Planning

Dec 04 2026

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM CST

IWBS - Main Stage

Hear from the U.S. Coast Guard in this session, which will highlight the top priorities and influences on USCG boat operations and acquisitions.  

Speakers will include the USCG Office of Boat Forces Platform Manager, Boat Acquisition Program Manager, and primary Boat Acquisition Contracting Officer. 

Attendees will hear a presentation on the status of the USCG boat fleet, active acquisitions, and a 5-year projection of future programs, and will have an opportunity to ask speakers questions in an interactive audience Q&A. 

Speakers

Office of Boat Forces, U.S. Coast Guard

- Chief, Boat Platform Management Division

U.S. Coast Guard Office of Contracting and Procurement – Surface Contracting and Procurement Division

- Contracting Officer

Program Executive Office for Surface Acquisition, U.S. Coast Guard

- Program Manager, Boat Acquisition Program