The Metropolitan Marine Maintenance Contractors’ Association (MMMCA) reported a hacking-related incident in 2026 that resulted in a data breach. The unauthorized activity was identified in April 2026 and involved a virtual private network. Notifications were sent to affected individuals starting in May 2026. The incident was disclosed through a filing with the Maine Attorney General.
Personal information exposed in the breach includes Social Security numbers, dates of birth, phone numbers, addresses, names, and financial account information. A confirmed 25,528 individuals received notification letters. This was a third-party breach involving the Metro-ILA Pension Fund, Fringe Benefit Fund, and Individual Account Retirement Fund, which are business associates providing employee benefits to MMMCA members. The exact details of how the breach occurred via the VPN are not fully clear.
Data breach incidents often have long-term implications, and additional information may emerge over time. Affected individuals are typically advised to monitor their accounts and take advantage of any offered protections.