President Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Commits $6.2 Billion to Manage America’s Ready Reserve Force

20 contracts were signed to manage a fleet of 51 Ready Reserve Force ships to bolster national security, restore Maritime Dominance
 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced that the Maritime Administration (MARAD) has signed 20 contracts totaling $6.2 billion to manage its Ready Reserve Force (RRF). The RRF, through MARAD, provides strategic sealift support for the rapid deployment of U.S. military forces and equipment during conflicts, crises, and emergencies.

Maritime Administration Celebrates Historic Reflagging of CMA CGM Phoenix as Largest U.S.-Flagged Commercial Container Vessel

The addition of the CMA CGM Phoenix increases the U.S.-flagged fleet to 189 ships, which include tankers, container ships, dry bulk carriers, vehicle carriers, and more

President Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Announces $8.75 Million in Grants to Revitalize U.S. Shipyards, Support Maritime Dominance

The Small Shipyard Grant Program selected 17 recipients across 12 states to modernize infrastructure, enhance training, & expand apprenticeship programs

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Adds 848 Miles and 14 New Sponsors to U.S. Marine Highway Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the Maritime Administration (MARAD) has designated 848 new miles of navigable waterways and approved 14 new sponsors for the U.S. Marine Highway Program (USMHP). The network, which now covers 27,139 miles across 35 designated routes, supports U.S. supply chains, critical infrastructure, and maritime workforce development.

Data and Reports: Education Training and Workforce

As the federal agency responsible for safeguarding U.S. waterborne interests, the Maritime Administration (MARAD) plays a vital role in supporting and overseeing a broad range of maritime operations worldwide. Central to our mission is the development of a strong, reliable pipeline of skilled mariners and maritime workforce, ensuring the continued dominance of U.S. maritime capabilities throughout key sectors such as shipboard operations, shipbuilding, port operations, and maritime cybersecurity.

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