brp

BRP is an acronym with multiple uses across business, government, and maritime contexts. In corporate branding, BRP most commonly refers to BRP Inc., a Canadian powersports manufacturer that evolved from Bombardier Recreational Products. The company designs and manufactures recreational vehicles and engines, including Ski-Doo snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, and Can-Am off-road and on-road vehicles, and produces Rotax engines. BRP Inc. was formed in 2003 after Bombardier reorganized its Recreational Products division and later adopted BRP as its corporate name; it operates globally through manufacturing facilities, distributors, and dealers. The company is headquartered in Quebec and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker BRP. Its products span winter, water, and off-road segments and include a range of vehicles for consumer and professional markets.

In maritime usage, BRP is the prefix used for ships of the Philippine Navy. Standing for Barko ng Pilipinas, the prefix identifies vessels belonging to the Republic of the Philippines. The BRP prefix accompanies ship names reflecting national service and heritage. The prefix is commonly seen on government-owned ships and is part of the Philippines’ naval tradition.

In other contexts, BRP can have different meanings in local languages or organizations, so the intended meaning often depends on context. This article covers the two most widely recognized uses.