The U.S. is embarking on a sweeping maritime revival, injecting billions into a shipbuilding industry that has struggled for years to keep pace with China’s naval expansion and America’s growing operational demands worldwide. Matthew Paxton, the president of the Shipbuilders Council of America, said the nation’s shipyards are underutilized in the private sector for surface […]
At the Hudson Institute’s panel on “How Congress Can Rebuild U.S. Shipbuilding and Boost Maritime Security,” SCA President, Matthew Paxton, emphasized the urgency of turning legislation like the SHIPS Act into real action. Congress must invest in the workforce, modernize infrastructure, and fully leverage America’s shipbuilding capabilities. “We have an industrial base that’s here — […]
Six-Figure Campaign Underscores U.S. Shipyards’ Capacity to Build and Repair the Domestic Fleet in America WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance, and repair industry, today launched a new ad campaign – “We Stand Ready” – to highlight the capacity and commitment of America’s shipyards and […]
Taking the Helm are New Chair, Brad Moyer, Vice President of BAE Systems Repair and Vice Chair, President of General Dynamics NASSCO, David Carver. WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, today announced its new Board of Directors leadership and the incoming chairs […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, today announced Kevin Terry as Senior Defense Advisor, overseeing the organization’s national ship repair and security, as well as the industry workforce development and education initiatives. Mr. Terry is set to assume the role from Frank […]
SCA President: “His unwavering support for the state of Louisiana and the entire U.S. shipbuilding and ship repair industry on the House Armed Services Committee previews the same demonstrated leadership he will provide to our country.” WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance, and repair industry, […]
Winning Shipyards Received Award for Excellence in Safety, Award for Improvement in Safety, and Award for Significant Safety Achievement WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, today announced its yearly member safety awards for 2023. The awards are given to deserving members of […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, today announced Frank Collins as Senior Defense Advisor, overseeing the organization’s national ship repair and security, as well as the industry workforce development and education initiatives. Frank Collins is an accomplished strategic business consultant with over […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) today lauded the awarding of more than $6.2 million of federal grant funds to six of its member shipyards as part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) 2022 small shipyard grant program. “Our domestic and national security is built on the foundation of strong […]
“Excellence in Safety,” “Improvement in Safety” and “Significance in Safety Achievement” 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 2022 Annual Shipyard Safety Awards. SCA recognized a total of 15 U.S. shipyards and […]