Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc. Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
April 1, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood is investigating a data breach involving Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc. following a notification filed with the Maine Attorney General.
According to the filing, the incident involved an external system breach (hacking) that occurred on or about September 30, 2025. The breach was not discovered until March 13, 2026, at which point the company initiated an investigation into the scope and nature of the unauthorized access.
The investigation determined that certain personal information may have been acquired by an unauthorized third party. While the total number of individuals affected has not been disclosed, the filing confirms that at least one Maine resident was impacted.
The compromised information may have included:
- Full name
- Social Security number
- Other sensitive information
Following its review, Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc. began notifying affected individuals in writing on March 30, 2026. The company is offering impacted individuals 12 months of credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through Kroll.
At this time, it is unclear how long the unauthorized actor had access to the company’s systems or whether additional safeguards could have prevented the breach. Federman & Sherwood is investigating whether Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc. implemented adequate data security measures and whether affected individuals may have legal recourse.
What is Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc.?
Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc. is a Texas-based commercial company headquartered in Port Lavaca, Texas. The company provides marine and industrial coating services, supporting various infrastructure and industrial projects.
Federman & Sherwood encourages individuals who received a notification letter from Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings, Inc. or who believe their personal information may have been compromised to contact the firm to discuss their rights and potential legal options.
Phone: 1-800-237-1277
Email: info@federmanlaw.com