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July 1, 2024 - Honolulu, HI - PacMar Technologies, a leading innovator in marine and energy solutions, and MACSEA Ltd, an industry pioneer in advanced monitoring systems, are excited to announce a strategic partnership to develop cutting-edge infrared monitoring technologies. This collaboration aims to enhance shipboard safety, especially with the use of Lithium-Ion batteries. PacMar Technologies and MACSEA Ltd Announce Partnership to Develop Advanced Infrared Monitoring Technologies Article by Communications Staff Honolulu, HI - July 1, 2024 – PacMar Technologies, a leading innovator in marine and energy solutions, and MACSEA Ltd, an industry pioneer in advanced monitoring systems, are excited to announce a strategic partnership to develop cutting-edge infrared monitoring technologies. This collaboration aims to enhance shipboard safety, especially with the use of Lithium-Ion batteries. The jointly developed “IMSAFE” system utilizes state-of-the-art infrared cameras paired with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to monitor spaces in real-time. IMSAFE uses real-time and historic data to determine the future performance of equipment and batteries within the monitored spaces. The system’s core functionality focuses on detecting and analyzing thermal anomalies that indicate potential hazards, such as overheating or fire. By providing early warnings, IMSAFE enhances safety measures, reduces the risk of catastrophic failures, and ensures reliability of shipboard systems, particularly lithium-ion batteries. IMSAFE represents a breakthrough in thermal anomaly detection, offering a sophisticated solution to the critical challenge of lithium-ion battery safety. PacMar Technologies and MACSEA Ltd are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in thermal anomaly detection. The partnership aims to: Develop and refine IMSAFE to deliver unparalleled accuracy and reliability in thermal anomaly detection. Leverage the expertise of both companies to accelerate the development and deployment of IMSAFE in various industries, including the marine, energy, and transportation sectors. Enhance safety protocols and risk management strategies for lithium-ion batteries and vessel electrical systems to safeguard lives, maritime assets, and the environment. “We are thrilled to partner with MACSEA Ltd to bring IMSAFE to market,” said Eric Hultgren, Director of Power and Energy at PacMar Technologies. “This collaboration represents a significant step forward in ensuring the safety and reliability of lithium-ion batteries and other shipboard systems. Our combined expertise will undoubtedly lead to groundbreaking advancements in AI monitoring technologies.” “MACSEA Ltd is proud to join forces with PacMar Technologies,” added Kevin Logan, President of MACSEA Ltd. “We look forward to developing this technology further and making a substantial impact on shipboard safety and enabling the use of lithium-ion batteries by the maritime community.” About Pacific Marine & Supply Company : 841 Bishop St., Suite 1110 Honolulu, HI 96813 pacmarhawaii.com PacMar Technologies is a Honolulu-based company specializing in innovative solutions for the marine and energy sectors. With a strong focus on research and development, PacMar Technologies is dedicated to advancing technology to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. About MACSEA Ltd : macsea.com MACSEA Ltd is a leading provider of advanced monitoring systems with a rich history of delivering cutting-edge technology solutions. Based in Stonington, CT, MACSEA Ltd is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in monitoring and detection systems. » back

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

Honolulu, HI – 22 FEB 2022 – The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded PacMar Technologies (PMT) a $54.8 million contract for Phase 2 of the Manta Ray program. The program funds research, development, and demonstration of innovative technologies allowing payload-capable autonomous unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) to operate on long-duration, long-range missions in ocean environments. PacMar Technologies Wins DARPA Phase 2 Award for Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Article by Communications Staff Honolulu, HI – 22 FEB 2022 – The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded PacMar Technologies (PMT) a $54.8 million contract for Phase 2 of the Manta Ray program. The program funds research, development, and demonstration of innovative technologies allowing payload-capable autonomous unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) to operate on long-duration, long-range missions in ocean environments. The program funds work at various PMT locations including Hawaii, Maine, Rhode Island, South Carolina, and Virginia. Picture above: Artist’s concept of Manta Ray UUV. Image credit: DARPA Public Affairs. During this phase of the Manta Ray program, PMT will assemble and demonstrate a vehicle that incorporates novel energy management techniques for UUV operations; low-power, high efficiency undersea propulsion systems; mission management approaches for extended durations while accounting for dynamic maritime environments; and new approaches to mitigate biofouling, corrosion, and other material degradation for long duration missions. “PacMar Technologies’ conceptual and design efforts in Phase 1 of DARPA’s Manta Ray program will now advance into Phase 2, which concludes with full-scale at-sea demonstrations,” said CDR Kyle Woerner, the DARPA Program Manager for Manta Ray. “Building and testing this full-scale, integrated Manta Ray system will convincingly demonstrate that DARPA has ‘redefined possible’ for undersea vehicles.” “We are excited to continue our work on Manta Ray into Phase 2. This is an incredible opportunity for a small business with great partners to disrupt the large UUV space. This is also a great win for continuing high technology maritime focused research and development in Hawaii,” Dan Brunk , Chief Executive Officer, PMT. “DARPA programs are known to be difficult because they are looking for transformational change and not just incremental improvement. This program pushes the limits of underwater vehicle technology and autonomy in several new directions. We are extremely lucky to have assembled through the years an excellent team of engineers and scientists, both internally and with our partners on this program, enabling us to compete against companies 100 times our size. As a Honolulu based company, we have a unique perspective that leads to advantages for conducting this type of research” said Brian Kays , Vice President of Platform Design, PMT. Key subcontractors to PMT on this program include the Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington (APL-UW) which has expertise in unmanned underwater vehicle autonomy and controls; North Carolina State University (NCSU) which has expertise in underwater energy harvesting; Systems & Technology Research (STR) which has expertise in undersea systems operations, sensors, communications, and signal processing, and Areté which has expertise in physical oceanography and marine sensor applications. “We are excited to contribute to this program, with technical contributions from our Arlington, Woburn, and San Diego offices. The PMT relationship during the Phase 1 effort has been exceedingly collaborative and effective in solving design issues enabling the project to move into the Phase 2 vehicle development effort,” E. Scott Stickels, Chief Scientist for Undersea Systems, STR. About PacMar Technologies PacMar Technologies (PMT) is the leading provider of innovative research and product development. Our team of engineers have deep technical knowledge allowing them to solve complex problem sets. Since its founding in Hawaii in 1979, PMT has a long history of naval architecture design and analysis, and has grown to open offices in Rhode Island, Maine, Virginia, Michigan, South Carolina, and Kansas. » ba ck

Portland, ME — 6 August 2019 — PacMar Technologies LLC has been awarded an $8 million contract from the U.S. Navy Office of Naval Research (ONR). The contract entitled “Advanced Planing Hull Research” focuses on pursuing new science and technology for safer hulls and hybrid-electric propulsion systems for fast boats. PacMar Technologies One of 10 Winners of U.S. Army xTechPacific Competition Article by Communications Staff Honolulu, Hawaii — October 3, 2023 — PacMar Technologies is pleased to announce that we are one of 10 winners of the U.S. Army xTechPacific Competition, an open-topic prize competition focused on supporting the U.S. military’s long-distance capabilities across the Indo-Pacific region. Sponsored by the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, and in collaboration with the U.S. Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, the competition sought innovative small business solutions prioritizing climate and sustainment, communications, the Internet of Things, sensing and intelligence, and supply-chain logistics to improve soldier effectiveness o verseas. “Each of these winners proved their ability to address this challenge and will help diversify the Army’s approach to research and development,” said Dr. Matt Willis, director of the Army Prize Competitions and the Army Applied SBIR Program. Using PacMar Technologies’ deep knowle dge of marine vehicles and expertise in autonomy, our engineers conceived an autonomous transport sled to ensure rapid resupply of material and aid. This transport sled addresses a daunting problem for the Army known as the “Tyranny of Distance,” which has vexed military strategists since the dawn of conflict where the U.S. is often fighting wars in areas thousands of miles from U.S. shores. This distance lessens military strength and increases the cost of conflicts. Our autonomous transport sled tackles this challenge head-on, also addressing the Army’s capability gap and technology viability. “We are thrilled to be selected a winner and proud of our employees’ dedication in this competition to assist the U.S. Army, said Dan Brunk, CEO of PacMar Technologies. “We look forward to submitting our Direct to Phase II proposal and continuing to build a strong relationship with the Army. Helping our Department of Defense partners drives our passion to research and develop cutting-edge technologies to help them solve complex problems.” During the competition’s rounds, businesses received up to $25,000 in cash prizes following several capability pitches to a panel of Army technologists, scientists, engineers and acquisition experts. Winners of xTechPacific can now apply for a Phase I Army SBIR contract worth up to $250,000 or a Direct to Phase II contract valued at up to $1.9million. » back

Kurt Hamel is a Director of Mechanical Engineering for the Eastern Region at PacMar Technologies. He is responsible for leading a team of mechanical engineers and fabricators at the company and also contributes to PacMar Technologies as an engineer and a principal investigator on undersea projects. Kurt Hamel Director, Mechanical Engineering – East Kurt Hamel is a Director of Mechanical Engineering for the Eastern Region at PacMar Technologies. He is responsible for leading a team of mechanical engineers and fabricators at the company and also contributes to PacMar Technologies as an engineer and a principal investigator on undersea projects. Kurt has 19 years of experience in the DoD industry developing and demonstrating advanced under sea technology. Prior to joining PacMar Technologies, Kurt worked for 17 years at General Dynamics Electric Boat as a mechanical engineer, structural analysist, and later a project manager in Electric Boat’s ‘small programs’ division. These diverse roles centered around developing ocean interface and payload handling technology for U.S. nuclear submarines. Kurt is originally from Pennsylvania, where he earned his mechanical engineering bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Villanova University. » back Technical Experts

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. Contested Logistics Sled – Rapid Prototype Demonstration » read more PacMar Technologies and MACSEA Ltd Announce Partnership » read more Pacific Marine Continues 80th Anniversary Celebrations with Hawaii on the Hill » 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

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

We are pleased to introduce out Technical Experts here at PacMar Technologies Meet The Team Technical Experts Brian Kays Vice President – Platform Design & Prototyping 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

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

PacMar Technologies is proud to announce its collaboration with local university partners, the opening of five new offices throughout the United States. PacMar Technologies expanding footprint Article by Communications Staff PacMar Technologies is proud to announce its collaboration with local university partners, the opening of five new offices throughout the United States. Ann Arbor, Michigan; Columbia, South Carolina; Bangor, Maine; Stillwater, Oklahoma and Wichita, Kansas will each receive significant capital investments resulting in at least, 50 new, high-paying, full-time jobs. With each new office opening, it allows each state to retain their homegrown, highly technical graduates benefitting their local economies on many levels. We at PacMar Technologies are excited about the growth of our company, and we are definitely excited to help America grow. » back

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

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