CMA CGM has reflagged the CMA CGM Phoenix as the largest U.S.-flagged containership, marking a major step in its $20 billion plan to expand American-flagged shipping and support U.S. maritime jobs and training.
MARAD has awarded $8.75 million in Small Shipyard Grants to 17 U.S. shipyards, funding advanced equipment and workforce training to strengthen American shipbuilding and maritime innovation.
Matson has suspended shipments of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles on its vessels, citing lithium-ion battery fire risks after recent high-profile incidents at sea. The company awaits industry-wide safety solutions before resuming EV transport.
NYU Tandon’s Offshore Wind Innovation Hub has named six startups to its 2025 accelerator cohort, supporting next-generation solutions for turbine maintenance and marine life monitoring in New York’s growing offshore wind sector.
MITAGS’ Maritime Apprenticeship Program provides a practical, debt-free route to a maritime career, allowing participants to earn a deck officer’s license in just two years through classroom and hands-on training at sea.
The Coast Guard has secured over $24 billion in historic investments to modernize its fleet, infrastructure, and technology, supporting Force Design 2028 and strengthening America’s maritime security for decades to come.
The U.S. Coast Guard is renaming its nine operational districts with geographic names, moving away from World War II-era numbers to enhance clarity and public communication.
Fincantieri will appoint George Moutafis as CEO of its U.S. unit, betting on a revival of American shipbuilding as the company expands hiring and plans to resume icebreaker construction at its Wisconsin shipyard.
U.S. seaborne grain exports climbed 9% in early 2025, as exporters shifted focus to new markets after Chinese tariffs slashed trade volumes. Despite overall growth, tonne mile demand dropped due to shorter shipping routes and continued challenges for soya bean and sorghum exports.
Demolition of the Francis Scott Key Bridge remnants will begin in early July, marking a major milestone in the rebuilding process. Expect increased activity on the Patapsco River, with a strong focus on safety, environmental protection, and community engagement.
