INSIDE DEFENSE: Analysts credit aggressive Navy action with mitigating effects of COVID-19 on shipbuilding
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GI Jobs: All Hands On Deck
America’s shipyards need skilled workers– our national security depends on it. Read the article HERE.
Shipbuilders Council of America Statement on ‘Buy American’ Executive Order
WASHINGTON – Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) president Matthew Paxton and chairman Ben Bordelon today issued the following statements regarding the ‘Buy American’ Executive Order signed by President Joe Biden. “The ‘Buy American’ Executive Order issued today by President Biden will prioritize American innovation, ingenuity and craftsmanship that are pivotal to our national and economic security. Essential […]
Biden Underscores Support for Jones Act
President’s “Made in America” executive order advocates for 100-year-old U.S. maritime law Monday, January 25, 2021 President Joe Biden asserted “strong support” for the Jones Act as part of a “Made in America” executive order he plans to sign on Monday. “The President will continue to be a strong advocate for the Jones Act and […]
Biden’s Transportation Secretary Pick Buttigieg Supports the Jones Act
Pete Buttigieg, President Joe Biden’s nominee to head the U.S. Department of Transportation, has voiced his support for the Jones Act, a federal law that regulates maritime commerce in the United States. Buttigieg’s comments came in response to questioning by Sen. Maria Cantwell (Dem.-Wash.) during a nearly three-hour confirmation hearing held by the Senate Commerce, […]
REPORT: China’s Use of Maritime for Global Power Demands a Strong Commitment to American Maritime
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Shipbuilders Council Announces 2020 Shipyard Safety Awards
“Excellence in Safety” and “Improvement in Safety” Awards Given Annually to Shipyards that Advance Safety and Accident Prevention WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipyard industry, today announced the 2020 annual shipyard safety awards. SCA honors shipbuilding and repair organizations with the “Excellence in Safety” Award and […]
Comprehensive Jones Act Study Finds No Effect on Cost of Living in Hawaii
Ocean Freight Rates Declined Since 2008 Washington, DC – Economists from Boston based Reeve & Associates (Reeve) and Hawaii based TZ Economics have released a joint report, “The Impact of the Jones Act on Hawaii,” that concluded the Jones Act has no significant impact on the cost of living in Hawaii. In addition, the report found […]
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan Earns Shipbuilders Highest Honor – The Maritime Leadership Award
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipyard industry, today honored U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award. The award is given annually to national leaders who demonstrate exemplary dedication and support of the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry. “Throughout his entire career, Sen. […]
Maritime Administrator Mark H. Buzby Receives Shipbuilders Highest Honor – Maritime Leadership Award
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipyard industry, today honored Maritime Administration (MARAD) Administrator Mark H. Buzby with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award during this year’s virtual advocacy meeting. The Award is given annually to national leaders who demonstrate exemplary dedication and support of the U.S. shipbuilding […]