Small shipyards are a critical component of U.S. maritime operations and economic security, employing more than 100,000 Americans, fostering communities along and near our nation's ports and waterways, and contributing tens of billions in gross domestic product.

The Maritime Administration's Small Shipyard Grant Program is designed to support small shipyard projects that make capital and related improvements; or provide training for workers in shipbuilding, ship repair, and associated industries. Supporting these types of projects drives efficiency, competitive operations, and quality ship construction, repair, and reconfiguration across the industry.

Grants are capped at 75 percent of the project's estimated cost and are available to facilities with fewer than 1,200 production employees. 

Authorizing Statute

The Small Shipyard Grant Program was authorized under The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (Pub. L. 119-75, February 3, 2026) $35,000,000 for the FY 2026 Small Shipyard Grant Program.

Available Funding

There is no funding currently available.