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BOAT OF THE MONTH In July, Willard Marine delivered their latest 18-Meter Search and Rescue (SAR) boat to the U.S. Navy Office of Foreign Military Sales (FMS). Specially designed and cus- tom built to meet the needs of the U.S. Navy, the enor- mously versatile vessel also demonstrates the capability of its builder to produce larger hulls, above and beyond its well known 7 meter range. Actually, and with state-of-the- art design, manufacturing and testing facilities in both Anaheim, California and Virginia Beach, Willard Marine produces a full range of aluminum and fiberglass boats for the U.S. Government and Coast Guard and non-military clients. Specializing in a versatile class of commercial and mili- tary 16' to 54' Rigid Inflatable Boats, 26' to 40' Personnel boats, High Speed Patrol Boats, Fire Boats and SOLAS approved boats, the firms manufacturing expertise also attracts a myriad of worldwide commercial industry con- tracts.Following successful Acceptance Trials at the Willard Marine facility, a Willard Marine team traveled with the Navy to conduct boat familiarization training and contin- ues to provide post-delivery technical support. Willard Willard Marines 18m SARHard working, and plenty capable in offshore waters18-Meter SAR Vessel in action; Inset: General arrangement of boat.12MNAugust 2011