Shipbuilding
Building Partnerships Between Great Lakes Ports and Shipyards
The American Great Lakes Ports Association (AGLPA) and Great Lakes Alliance of Shipyards have signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a formal partnership between the region’s port and shipyard communities. ... Read More
Great Lakes States, Provinces Outline Maritime Priorities
The Conference of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers (GSGP) has released a 2026-2031 action plan focused on expanding maritime markets, improving system competitiveness and supporting innovation across... Read More
One Seaway System, Two Flags and a Lot of Unfinished Coordination
The Great Lakes–St. Lawrence Seaway system doesn’t care much about political borders. Ice doesn’t stop at the 49th parallel. Water levels don’t adjust to national budgets. A vessel delayed in Canadian waters still misses its berth in the United States, and an... Read More
Fincantieri Marinette Marine Receives $30M Navy Contract for LSM Program
Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) has been awarded a $30 million contract from the U.S. Navy to begin early work on the Medium Landing Ship (LSM) program, including procurement of long... Read More
White House Releases Maritime Action Plan to Expand U.S. Shipbuilding
The White House has released a sweeping Maritime Action Plan outlining proposals to expand U.S. shipbuilding capacity, grow the U.S.-flagged fleet and strengthen maritime workforce development. The plan follows President Donald... Read More
The Comeback of American Shipyards
On April 9, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order designed to revitalize the United States maritime industry. With the Maritime Action Plan (MAP) at its core, this initiative... Read More
Ontario Invests $215 Million to Support Shipbuilding in Canada
The Ontario government is investing $215 million to support shipbuilding and the broader marine sector in the province, including through the establishment of a $15 million Ontario Shipbuilding Grant Program... Read More