WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than 100 executives from around the U.S. marine industry sent a letter to U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, MD (R-LA), U.S. Representative Garret Graves (R-LA), and U.S. Representative John Garamendi (D-CA) proudly endorsing and thanking the trio for introducing S. 3705/H.R. 6728, the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act (AOWFA). The letter began, […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national trade association representing the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry, issued the following statement in support of Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), and cosponsors Congressman Garret Graves (R-LA-06) and Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA-03), on introducing the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act. “The Shipbuilders Council of America […]
Implores Congress and Biden Administration to Pass Long Term Funding Bills WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) – representing the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry, issued the following statement applauding the Congress passing and President Biden signing the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act into law. Below is a quote attributable to Matthew Paxton, SCA President: […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national trade association representing the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry, today issued the following statement in support of Senator Richard Shelby’s (R-Ala.) recently filed Amendment 2535 to the Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act of 2021. “America’s shipyards are a national asset, critical to our nation’s infrastructure […]
Bipartisan Congressional Delegation Visits Philly Shipyard, Inc. Discusses Critical Role of U.S. Shipbuilding to Jobs and Regional Economic Growth PHILADELPHIA – A bipartisan congressional delegation of nine U.S. Representatives visiting Philly Shipyard, Inc., today highlighted the role that the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry plays in our national, domestic and economic security. Citing a […]
“Excellence in Safety”, “Improvement in Safety”, and “Significant 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. shipbuilding, maintenance, and repair industry, today announced the recipients of its annual shipyard safety awards. SCA honors shipbuilding and repair […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance, and repair industry, today presented U.S. Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award. The award is given annually to national leaders who demonstrate exemplary dedication and support for the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry. “The American […]
WASHINGTON – The Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA), the national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance, and repair industry, today honored Rep. John Garamendi (CA-03) with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award during this year’s annual membership meeting. The Award is given annually to national leaders who demonstrate exemplary dedication and support for the U.S. shipbuilding […]
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) awarded more than $7 million to ten members of the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) this week. Through the Small Shipyard Grant Program, MARAD annually provides federal grants to support capital improvements and employee training projects at small shipyards across the United States. SCA applauds […]
‘Building Back Better’ Will Require the Maritime Industry By Ben Bordelon April 09, 2021 The U.S. maritime industry is resilient, and as the backbone of America’s national and economic security, has delivered despite significant trials from natural disasters to foreign conflict. However, 2020 brought unprecedented challenge. Reduced demand and the increased operational costs that have […]