Built in 2011, by Raymond and Associates of Bayou LaBatre, Alabama (hull #446) as Patriot for Progressive Barge Line Incorporated Westwego, Louisiana.
In 2019, Progressive Barge Line Incorporated was acquired by Savage Marine Services of Salt Lake City, Utah. Where the tug retained her name.
Powered by two, Tier II compliant, Cummins KTA38-M2 diesel engines. With Twin Disc reduction gears, at a ratio of 7:1. She is a twin screw towboat, rated at 2,000 horsepower.