A Hometown Victory Brings New Innovation to Public Safety Fleet
BREMERTON, WA — [Aug. 7, 2025] — SAFE Boats International, a leading U.S. manufacturer of high-performance vessels for first responders and government agencies, is proud to announce it has been awarded a contract to build a new fireboat for the City of Bremerton Fire Department. This award is especially meaningful for SAFE Boats, whose headquarters and manufacturing operations are based in Bremerton.
The new vessel will be a custom-built 33’ Full Cabin Fireboat equipped with a 1,000 Gallon Per Minute (GPM) fire pump, mounted aft to meet ISO standards. Purpose-built to meet Bremerton Fire Department’s mission-specific requirements, the boat will feature a drop bow for shore access, twin Mercury 400 HP outboards, and exceptional speed and maneuverability for rapid response in the dynamic environments of Puget Sound.
“This project is personal,” said Richard Schwarz, CEO of SAFE Boats International. “As a company rooted in Bremerton, we take great pride in supporting the safety of our local community. We pursued this opportunity with dedication, and our team rose to the challenge—engineering a new configuration that not only met the spec but will now become a part of our growing product lineup as a standard offering.”
The contract was awarded through a competitive bid process funded by the FEMA Port Security Grant Program. SAFE Boats went above and beyond—hand-delivering their proposal and attending the bid opening—demonstrating the company’s unmatched commitment to securing this hometown project.
Earning this contract is not only a boost for local pride, but also a testament to SAFE Boats’ design agility and customer focus. In the weeks following the Bremerton Fire award, the company has also secured contracts with the Tacoma Police Department and South Whidbey Island Fire/EMS, further strengthening its presence in the Pacific Northwest public safety market.
“SAFE Boats International has been a trusted partner in maritime safety,” said Chief Pat McGanney of the Bremerton Fire Department. “Their commitment to quality and performance ensures that first responders, like us, can do our job with confidence, even in the most challenging conditions.”
From its inception, SAFE Boats has remained committed to serving those who serve, and this newest addition to the local fleet reaffirms that commitment—right at home.
The vessel is currently in production and will be put into service early next year.
About SAFE Boats International
SAFE Boats International is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance aluminum boats for military, law enforcement, fire and rescue, and other first-responder and commercial applications. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Bremerton, Washington, SAFE Boats proudly builds all of its vessels in the USA using American craftsmanship, materials, and innovation. The company is 100% employee-owned—meaning every boat is backed by a team personally invested in its quality, performance, and reliability. Trusted by professional mariners around the world, SAFE Boats’ vessels are known for their durability, speed, and reliability in the most demanding conditions. With more than 2,500 boats in service globally, SAFE Boats continues to set the standard for mission-ready platforms that help protect life, ensure security, and safeguard freedom on the water. For more information, visit www.safeboats.com.
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