As the national trade association for the U.S. shipyard industry, the mission of the Shipbuilders Council of America is to support and promote the American shipyard industry – including shipbuilders, ship repairers, and the associated supplier base – by providing strategic information and expertise for our membership and advocating on their behalf before Congress, the Executive Branch and media.
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The Shipbuilders Council of America is the only national trade association representing U.S. shipyards engaged in the building and repairing of military and other government vessels, commercial vessels, and those companies providing goods and services to the industry.
What bonds SCA members together are the common problems relating to the construction and repair of vessels engaged in military and government service, domestic transportation, offshore oil, natural gas and renewable energy service, and the commercial fishing industry.
The mission of the SCA is to be the national unifying association of the shipyard industry, serving as the definitive advocate for the industry in Washington D.C., and around the country.
The fact that Shipbuilders Council of America’s membership spans from major defense construction shipyards to small, family-owned suppliers enables the shipbuilding industry to speak with one voice to Congress and the Administration about the critical need for a strong defense shipyard industrial base.
SCA examines current and projected shipbuilding policies, budgets and trends and advocates our members’ interests before the government decision-makers who directly influence the shipyard industry.
SCA identifies opportunities to collaborate with private industry, government agencies and other like-minded industry associations on efforts to promote naval, Coast Guard and other governmental shipbuilding as a vital industry and educate our leaders on the multiplying effects of shipbuilding on the supply chain and services sector.
Shipbuilders Council of America informs its members on all matters important to their growth, profitability and success involving legislative and government departments and agencies, and other public and private entities as necessary for the Association to achieve objectives important to its members.
SCA staff keeps our members up to date on individual appropriation and authorization bills they move through the Congressional budget process and addresses relevant amendments and other legislative initiatives that affect the shipbuilding and repair industry.
In addition, SCA provides members with timely and insightful analyses of the Navy’s 30-year shipbuilding plan, GAO Selected Acquisition Reports and produce various budget primers and backgrounders throughout the year.
Members-only events provide a trusted environment to connect with industry peers, suppliers, government stakeholders, and key decision-makers. At SCA events, members receive first hand updates and briefings on regulatory and legislative developments affecting the shipbuilding and repair industry.
By participating and spearheading critical forums, Shipbuilders Council of America is able to amplify the voice of the U.S. shipyard industry in Washington, D.C.
Marine Machinery Association is a community of current and future suppliers looking to expand their knowledge about the shipbuilding industry and aid in the development of our members through networking opportunities, online resources and mentor/mentee programs. MMA’s focus is dedicated to supporting its members by fostering growth and providing insider member intelligence.
In coalition with the five ship repair associations, the SCA is actively engaged in the critical role of repair, maintenance and modernization in the shipyard industry. Learn More About Each Regional Association
The American Maritime Partnership (AMP) is the broadest and deepest coalition ever assembled to represent the domestic maritime industry. AMP’s membership includes vessel owners and operators, shipboard and shoreside workers, shipbuilders and repair yards, equipment manufacturers and vendors, dredging and marine construction contractors, maritime trade associations and national security organizations. All recognize that a strong domestic maritime industry is critical for America’s economic, national, and homeland security, and is best supported by maintaining the Jones Act as the foundation of America’s domestic maritime policy.
Our mission is to unify the industry and serve as the definitive shipyard industrial base advocate in Washington, D.C. and around the country.
Shipbuilders Council of America keeps its members informed on all matters important to their growth, profitability and success involving legislative, regulatory, and policy matters and represents members before Congress, Executive Branch agencies and departments, public policy organizations and industry associations.