Maritime Positioning Force Utility Boat (MPF-UB)

A Maritime Positioning Force Utility Boat (MPF-UB) is a versatile vessel designed for various support and operational roles within a naval or special forces context. These boats are typically employed for tasks such as personnel transport, logistics, coastal patrol, and rapid insertion/extraction operations.

The Maritime Prepositioning Force Utility Boat (MPF-UB) was developed in the early 2000s by Oregon Iron Works for the United States Navy to replace the aging LCM-8 craft in ship-to-shore utility roles. Entering service in 2006, the high-speed aluminum craft was designed to be easily deployed from Maritime Prepositioning Ships to facilitate the rapid movement of personnel and light equipment. Throughout its operational history, the MPF-UB has been deployed globally to support Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (JLOTS) exercises, amphibious training maneuvers, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. Today, the vessel remains an active and vital asset for Beachmaster Units and Amphibious Construction Battalions, ensuring efficient logistics support in non-tactical environments.