06/11/2026
Sometimes Hollywood comes south to visit us in Long Beach. In the past we have been part of productions such as TOP GUN and PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN, TV shows 911, BIG LITTLE LIES, and numerous photo shoots. It is both a thrill and a peek into the magic behind the camera.
Recently a team from Germany took over our Long Beach yard for an episode of ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ก๐ฌโ๐ฆ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ง ๐ง๐ข๐ฃ ๐ ๐ข๐๐๐. A large tent was the scene of model prep and anticipation, and it was surrounded by many trucks of grip, lighting, special effects, cameras, wardrobe and makeup, plus catering. The actual modeling was centered on a water tank set by our ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ถ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐ฐ ๐ด๐ด๐ด ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฒ.
It was, to us tug folk, an unlikely choice. But the creative team saw what we didnโt, a foggy background, the tall arch of the Vincent Thomas Bridge, plus rugged industrial elements of a working port. Perfect for one of their episodes.
The shoot was a long day, but successful. We met celebrities, models, harried PAs, and a team that was both highly organized and efficient. Our German is too rusty to get their jokes, but the set laughter spoke well of their camaraderie. We would welcome them back again anytime. Look for the show and see if you can spot any Pacific Maritime logos.
Photo: Germanyโs Next Top Model
