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We are pleased to introduce out Technical Experts here at PacMar Technologies Meet The Team Technical Experts Zensho Heshiki Director, Mechanical Engineering – West Kurt Hamel Director, Mechanical Engineering – East Scott Yamashita Director, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering – West David Porter Director, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering – East Gabe Foreman Director, Applied Engineering Eric Hultgren Director, Power & Energy

Brian Kays is the Vice President of Platform Design and Engineering at PacMar Technologies. Joining PMT in 2002, Brian has over 20 years of experience in mechanical, structural, and system design. Brian Kays Vice President – Platform Design & Prototyping Brian Kays is the Vice President of Platform Design and Engineering at PacMar Technologies. Joining PMT in 2002, Brian has over 20 years of experience in mechanical, structural, and system design. He has been involved with the design, fabrication, installation, and testing of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic control systems related to the Aft Lifting Body (ALB) technology on numerous high-speed boats and amphibious vehicles. Recently, Brian engineered rapid inflation systems for numerous drop-stitch boats, sleds, chutes, and other inflatable structures. He is the principal investigator on the offboard refueling and data transfer system (ORADTS) which utilizes large-scale inflatable structures and ancillary systems to autonomously refuel unmanned vessels at-sea. Brian received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington in 1997. » back Technical experts

Visit this page for all the latest news regarding PacMar Technologies NEWS PacMar Technologies and MACSEA Ltd Announce Partnership » read more Pacific Marine Continues 80th Anniversary Celebrations with Hawaii on the Hill » read more Pacific Marine & Supply Company Celebrates it's Eightieth Anniversary with $80,000 Donation to Palama Settlement for Preschools » read more NEWS ARCHIVES » Pacific Marine & Supply Company Celebrates its 80th Anniversary with $80,000 Donation » In-Water Tests for DARPA Manta Ray Scaled Prototype » PMT Wind DARPA Phase 2 Award for Autonomous Underwater Vehicle » PMT One of 10 Winners Of U.S. Army XTech Pacific Competition » PMT Celebrates the Navy’s Birthday » Boat Christening of Vessel Oversight » New Portland Office Space » Navy SeaPort-Next Generation (SeaPort-NxG) Multiple-Award Contract (MAC) » PMT Employees Reflect on the Meaning of Memorial Day » Celebrating our Commitment to Green Energy: Earth Day 2021 » Meet Charlie F. » PacMar Technologies' University Partnerships » PacMar Technologies wins DARPA award for AUV » PacMar Technologies Wins Ocean Observing Prize » PacMar Technologies Awarded $8m Navy Contract for Advanced Planing Hull Research

PacMar Technologies’ Portland office has moved to the Portland Yacht Services (PYS) complex, Building D! This will be home to our Electric Propulsion Test Facility inside the 5,000 square foot workshop/fabrication space and provide office space for 24 employees. New Portland Office Space Article by Communications Staff September 2021 – PacMar Technologies’ Portland office has moved to the Portland Yacht Services (PYS) complex, Building D! This will be home to our Electric Propulsion Test Facility inside the 5,000 square foot workshop/fabrication space and provide office space for 24 employees. Locating on PYS is no accident, as it provides waterfront access for our maritime technology demonstrators. We are excited about the new space and look forward to our future here! » back

PacMar Technologies provides research and development capabilities for the Department of Defense, NASA, and other government agencies. At PacMar Technologies, we believe there are no limits to what we can do. We go after the toughest problems and tackle them with the innovation and ingenuity that has defined us for decades. We are a catalyst for change in our industry because when we believe any idea is achievable, we have the power to transform the technology solutions for tomorrow. Buelsing Takes the Helm at PacMar Technologies » read more Contested Logistics Sled – Rapid Prototype Demonstration » read more PacMar Technologies and MACSEA Ltd Announce Partnership » read more Applied CAX Features Pacmar Technologies as a Customer Case Study and Success Story » read more Pacific Marine & Supply Company Celebrates Its 80th Anniversary With $80,000 Donation to Palama Settlement for Preschools » read more In-Water Tests for DARPA Manta Ray Scaled Prototype » read more » Read More News Archives

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We develop digital twins of systems and subsystems on DoD platforms, for hull structural health monitoring, self-healing autonomous machinery, and smart electrical grids. Our unique understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning is applied to the development of efficient and accurate virtual worlds. Methods to test and train unmanned systems in all domains ensures resiliency of these technologies and systems. Autonomy & Data Science We develop digital twins of systems and subsystems on DoD platforms, for hull structural health monitoring, self-healing autonomous machinery, and smart electrical grids. Our unique understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning is applied to the development of efficient and accurate virtual worlds. Methods to test and train unmanned systems in all domains ensures resiliency of these technologies and systems. Autonomy Development Unmanned Systems PacMar Technologies develops autonomy solutions for aerial, ground, amphibious, surface, and undersea vehicles in dynamic and uncertain environments. Our core expertise involves cognitive systems approaches for A.I.-based autonomy that enables the vehicle to perform higher-level reasoning and adapt to unexpected events. This contrasts with the state of most of today’s unmanned systems that follow scripted missions that require intense operator cognitive workload to program. PacMar Technologies autonomy research aims to invert the unmanned vehicle-operator paradigm by embedding greater intelligence and reasoning on the vehicle, thereby enabling one operator to manage multiple unmanned vehicles. By inverting that paradigm, unmanned systems become true force multipliers. Industry 4.0, Digital Twin, and the Industrial Internet of Things Industry 4.0, also known as the Industrial Internet of Things, is revolutionizing how nearly every commercial industry is achieving increased automation and resiliency with ‘smart’ machines that can monitor themselves and correct issues without human intervention. PacMar Technologies is collaborating with the Office of Naval Research and a network of universities to develop resilient, autonomous machinery for Navy ships that will reduce manning, lower lifecycle cost, and increase long duration operation of the hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) systems that ships depend on to function. Digital Twins are key enabling technology in PacMar Technologies' approach to creating ‘smart’ ship HM&E systems. Certification & Trust A significant barrier to wider adoption of autonomous systems for military applications is a lack of operator trust and rigorous methods to validate that autonomous systems will perform as intended. PacMar Technologies’ researchers are on the cutting-edge of methods for certifying autonomous system performance in dynamic environments and when subjected to novel or unpredicted conditions. Our researchers are solving fundamental challenges of how one can adequately test a system when exhaustive testing is either impractical or provably intractable. » back to top

Portland, ME — 6 August 2019 — Pacific Marine & Supply Company continues its year-long commemoration of its 80th anniversary as this year’s presenting sponsor of Hawaii on the Hill. Pacific Marine Continues 80th Anniversary Celebrations with Hawaii on the Hill Article by Communications Staff Honolulu, HI – June 20, 2024 Pacific Marine & Supply Company continues its year-long commemoration of its 80th anniversary as this year’s presenting sponsor of Hawaii on the Hill. The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, in partnership with U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono hosted the 8th Annual Hawaii on the Hill in Washington D.C. from June 15-18, 2024. This highly anticipated 4-day event brings Hawaii business leaders and members of the community to the nation's capital to meet with federal officials, tour D.C. and showcase our industries and products with members of congress. Pacific Marine has been a member of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii for 69 years. “Pacific Marine and our subsidiaries have participated in this popular event since its inception,” said Ken Loui, newly-appointed CEO of Pacific Marine & Supply Company. “With subsidiaries that deliver technology, engineering, and specialized industrial trade services at the national level, we are proud to demonstrate to congress the diversity and scale of services that Hawaii’s business community can deliver. This year we will be attending with our two largest subsidiaries, PacMar Technologies, a leader in defense and maritime R&D, and Pacific Shipyards International, Hawaii’s largest full-service shipyard.” In 2024, Pacific Marine celebrates its 80th anniversary, commemorating eight decades of dedicated service to Hawaii's key economic sectors: defense, maritime transportation, construction, tourism, and technology R&D. Since its founding by Fred and Alyce Loui in 1944, the company has been a cornerstone of innovation and project excellence across diverse industries and has remained a family-owned and managed enterprise. In February of this year, Pacific Marine marked the start of their 80th anniversary with an $80,000 donation to Palama Settlement, Hawaii’s historic social services organization, to help build preschools as part of the State’s Ready Keiki Initiative led by Lt. Governor Sylvia Luke. In May 2024, Pacific Marine was the $25,000 presenting sponsor for Lanakila Pacific’s 85th Anniversary celebration, INSPO! supporting their mission to help people with disabilities and seniors lead inspired lives. And more events and sponsorships are planned for the rest of the year. "For us, this year is all about giving back to the community," said Steven Loui, Chairman of Pacific Marine & Supply Company. "As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on our journey with immense pride, knowing that our family of companies continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of our highly qualified managers and talented employees and the support of our customers, vendors and the Hawaii Community." » back

Eric Hultgren Director, Power & Energy Eric Hultgren is the Director of Power and Energy at PacMar Technologies. The Power and Energy portfolio includes cutting-edge technologies and analysis methodologies associated with electric propulsion, energy storage, power system management and cyber security. Eric Hultgren Director, Power & Energy Eric Hultgren is the Director of Power and Energy at PacMar Technologies. The Power and Energy portfolio includes cutting-edge technologies and analysis methodologies associated with electric propulsion, energy storage, power system management and cyber security. Previously to joining PacMar Technologies, Eric was a principal engineer at General Dynamics Electric Boat for 22 years. During his time at Electric Boat, Eric worked on numerous electric propulsion (motors, drives and controls) and energy storage (battery and fuel cell) programs. As part of these projects, he has performed mechanical, electrical, magnetic, and thermal analysis work. In addition to his design and analysis experience, Eric supported various manufacturing and testing efforts. Eric was born and raised in Newport, Rhode Island. He received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a Master of Science in Ocean Engineering from the University of Rhode Island. » back Technical Experts

Scott Yamashita is the Director of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering for the Western Region at PacMar Technologies. He oversees a staff of nine engineers supporting the research and design of various maritime technologies ranging from small boats, to larger vessels, to amphibious vehicles. Scott Yamashita Director, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering – West Scott Yamashita is the Director of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering for the Western Region at PacMar Technologies. He oversees a staff of nine engineers supporting the research and design of various maritime technologies ranging from small boats, to larger vessels, to amphibious vehicles. Scott has 20 years of experience with PMT specializing in conceptual design, modeling and simulation, and prototype construction oversight of various technology demonstrators. Prior to joining PacMar Technologies, he worked for nine years as a civil engineer for a local firm where he earned his license as a professional engineer. Scott was born and raised in Hawaii and received a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott Arizona. He is the co-inventor on several patents for marine technology. » back Technical Experts

PacMar Technologies (PMT) is celebrating Earth Day 2021 by reflecting on our programs – past, present, and future – that contribute to better research or application of green energy. Headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, PMT’s connection to the ocean and the planet is undeniable – the company actively seeks projects that harvest, improve efficiency, or employ renewable energy sources, while at the same time, working to find better more efficient ways to clean-up our oceans. Celebrating our Commitment to Green Energy: Earth Day 2021 Article by Communications Staff PacMar Technologies (PMT) is celebrating Earth Day 2021 by reflecting on our programs – past, present, and future – that contribute to better research or application of green energy. Headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, PMT’s connection to the ocean and the planet is undeniable – the company actively seeks projects that harvest, improve efficiency, or employ renewable energy sources, while at the same time, working to find better more efficient ways to clean-up our oceans. A sample of past and current projects include: Innovation and efficiency in hull design. Improved electric propulsion systems. Inflatable technology with flexible solar panels for at-sea renewable energy. Using CFD (computational fluid dynamics) to calculate accelerated speeds which oil booms can identify, collect and store oil spills. OTEC (Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion) and WEC (Wave Energy Conversion) design research and utility-scale power storage design research. Pictured is PMT’s Applied Engineering division (located at Pier 24 in Hawaii). This shipyard facility on an independent microgrid that is powered by a solar canopy and Tesla batteries. “PMT is known for its innovative research and prototyping approach to solve national problem sets. Our commitment to problems impacting the nation has led us to think about how our work can benefit the environment. Whether its rapidly deployable solar arrays, electric propulsion, or energy harvesting, we welcome the opportunity to dig into green energy solutions,” said Priya Hicks , Chief Technology Officer at PMT. Last year, a team of PMT Hawaii engineers won the Ocean Observing Prize DISCOVER competition , with a submission that integrated a rapidly installed breakwater (RIB) structure into an attenuating wave energy converter (WEC) that would generate power for UUV (unmanned underwater vehicles) charging while simultaneously creating a sheltered area for improved surface docking. “As I work on specific contracts, I always try my best to apply a renewable energy approach – when applicable – as a solution. A lot of the things we end up building are made for the ocean, so it is natural to look around at the natural environment – the sun, wind, or ocean currents for alternative sources of energy,” said Patrick Montolio, Mechanical Engineer, PMT (a teammate of the winning submission to the Ocean Observing Prize DISCOVER competition). More recently PMT held a crowdsourcing event that generated nearly 20 entries of ideas on future projects. The PMT leadership team chose three projects, two of which included green energy solutions: an inflatable solar array that would serve as charging station in a maritime environment and an electric hybrid emergency response vehicle during catastrophic events. “Many of our current employees are passionate about green technology, and we recognize this field will be a priority for the engineers of tomorrow. Being a leader in green energy not only helps our customers, but it also helps us to provide meaningful, innovative project opportunities to our employees,” said Karen Ernst, SVP of Talent and Culture, PMT. Eric Schiff, SVP of Operations and Administration also shared that “while Earth Day is only one day in April, we encourage our employees to find environmentally friendly solutions every day – both for our customers and within our own operations. We are proud of our deep connection to the ocean and see a bright future in the green engineering solutions of tomorrow.” » back

Eric Hultgren Director, Power & Energy Eric Hultgren is the Director of Power and Energy at PacMar Technologies. The Power and Energy portfolio includes cutting-edge technologies and analysis methodologies associated with electric propulsion, energy storage, power system management and cyber security. Gabe Foreman Director, Applied Engineering Gabe Foreman is the Director of Applied Engineering at PacMar Technologies. The Applied Engineering Division includes a talented team of engineers and fabricators responsible for bringing the company’s innovative ideas to reality. The group is involved with projects from conceptual design, through fabrication, to testing and final performance demonstrations. With over 25 years of experience, Gabe began his career in research and development, focusing on magnetic resonance imaging. The call of the sea brought him to Hawaii, where he worked on university research ships, gaining valuable experience in designing, deploying, and recovering oceanographic buoys and instrumentation. Since then, he has worked on a wide range of projects, including the design and construction of multiple algae-to-biofuel facilities, alternative energy and energy storage solutions, and the design of instrumented buoys. He has assumed roles varying from Work Boat Captain to Department Head. Gabe earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of California, San Diego, and currently holds a 100-Ton Master License with a sailing endorsement. His professional interests include autonomous and unmanned vehicles, underwater robotics, sensor development, and driving boats. » back Technical Experts