A Campbell River shipyard has won a $74.7 million [1] federal contract to design and build three next-generation RCMP patrol vessels [2].
This project modernizes the Royal Canadian Mounted Police fleet, ensuring the agency has the necessary equipment to conduct operations within the coastal waters of British Columbia. The investment supports local infrastructure while upgrading national security capabilities in the region.
The shipyard is working in partnership with a company based in the U.K. to execute the design and construction of the three vessels [1, 2]. The federal government awarded the contract in 2024 to ensure the RCMP has modern patrol capabilities for its maritime duties [2].
Economic benefits extend beyond the primary contractor. The project is expected to create up to 30 new jobs [1]. Additionally, the contract generates work for various businesses across the marine sector in British Columbia [1].
The three vessels will be tailored for the specific demands of the Pacific coast. This includes the need for stability, and efficiency in the diverse conditions found in B.C.'s coastal waters [2].
“The project is expected to create up to 30 new jobs.”
The contract signals a strategic investment in domestic shipbuilding and maritime security. By partnering with a U.K. firm, the Campbell River shipyard integrates international design expertise with Canadian labor, boosting the provincial marine economy while addressing the RCMP's need for updated coastal surveillance and enforcement tools.
