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In this — the "Cruise" edition —it may seem odd to start with a discussion of Safety and Security, but such is the world in which we live. Security matters have permeated nearly every corner of the marine world, and it is a situation that is not likely to change soon. The summer, which traditionally is a quiet time for the marine business, has literally and fig- uratively heated up. Fleet Battle Experiment-Juliet (FBE-J) is set to start later this month off the coast of California, and it is a safe bet that many of the technologies under review during the two week exercise will find their way into real-world use faster than normal, given the increased emphasis on devel- oping new ways to detect and deter potential enemy threats. Lockheed Martin Naval Electronics and Surveillance Systems (NE&SS) -Marine Systems' Sea SLICE technology will participate, displaying the advantages of its innovative hull design and truck-like Load On, Load Off capabilities in providing a broad, stable platform for diverse operations. A review of the technology starts on page 26. Of more immediate interest, news came late in June that Integrated Coast Guard Systems (ICGS) — the Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman joint venture— has been selected to implement the estimated $17 billion U.S. Coast Guard Deepwater project. The contract may extend up to 30 years, and will involve the acquisition of up to 91 ships, 35 fixed-wing air- craft, 34 helicopters, 76 unmanned surveillance aircraft, and upgrade of 49 existing cutters and 93 helicopters, in addition to systems for communica- tions, surveillance and command and control. Details of the contract are found starting on page six, with a more in-depth analysis to follow in the August edition's U.S. Report, which will highlight the various ship and boat- building opportunities presented by the current security push. On the smaller boat side of the business, companies that manufacture small aluminum or composite craft to RIBs — Zodiac; Boston Whaler Commercial and Government; Munson; and SeaArk, to name but a few — are enjoying the unleashing of dollars to build boats. While some may argue that conduct- ing business with the government is no simple task, there are few — if any — who could successfully contend that additional funding is unwelcome. Also in this Issue 11 NASSCO Lays TOTE Keel 14 Tribon M2 Lowers Costs 19 IZAR Gijon Delivers Dredger 21 DOT Funds Port Security Projects to Tune of $93M 23 USS Shoup Commissioned 25 BIW Files DD(x) Protest 41 Star Center: Home Sweet Home 42 MAN B&W 48/60B 49 Ship's Store 52 Ferliship's New Contracts 54 People & Company News 55 Buyer's Directory 57 Advertisers Index 58 Classified Ads Subscriptions: One full year (12 issues) SI8.00 in U.S.; outside of U.S. $96.00 including postage and handling. 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