Shipbuilders Council of America

SCA President Matthew Paxton in The Associated Press: "We’ve been dealing with inconsistent shipbuilding plans for years. When we finally start ramping up, the Navy is shocked that we lost members of our workforce.” Read more about how labor shortages, shifting defense priorities, frequent design changes and cost overruns have led to a significant shipbuilding crisis in the U.S. https://lnkd.in/enzWD_aD

The Shipbuilders Council of America honored U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award. This award recognizes national leaders who show outstanding support for the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry. 🇺🇸⚓️

SCA President Matthew Paxton opines in Breaking Defense about the necessity of strengthening the U.S. shipbuilding industry by investing domestically rather than outsourcing to foreign shipyards. He argues that to maintain global maritime dominance and address the growing threat from China’s expanding navy, the U.S. must build and repair its naval fleet within the country. "There is a lot at stake. Our sailors safeguard the seas and protect the livelihoods of everyday Americans and billions around the globe. America’s sailors deserve the best ships we can provide them — those ships are built and maintained in America by American workers in American shipyards. Navy leaders should not outsource our national security but should grow the fleet of the future here in America." Read more below! https://lnkd.in/gFCh2vcK

Congrats to AWO members Conrad Shipyard, Bollinger Shipyards, Southwest Shipyard, LP and all the winners of this year’s Shipbuilders Council of America Safety Awards! https://lnkd.in/en8CG7mz

Breaking Defense recently covered how the optimistic portrayal of outsourcing Navy shipbuilding and repair doesn’t match reality. Outsourcing these jobs will weaken national security and lead to fewer good-paying jobs here while benefiting other countries' economies. SCA’s President, Matthew Paxton, and Vice President, Paula Zorensky, note that comparisons to other industries should account for the unique challenges American shipyards face. https://lnkd.in/gseQG4r5

#ICYMI - Bollinger Shipyards was presented with the 2023 “Excellence in Safety Award” by the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) for its exceptional record of safety in the shipyard industry. Bollinger has been the recipient of the prestigious award for Excellence in Safety for 19 consecutive years – an unprecedented streak in the shipbuilding industry. Read More ▶ https://lnkd.in/gHwqtQ7P #Safety #SafetyFirst #ShipbuildingExcellence #AwardWinningSafety #SCA

We're proud to announce that several SCA members have received grants through the Maritime Administration (MARAD)'s Small Shipyard Grant Program! Congratulations to Birdon Group, Alabama Shipyard LLC, Gulf Marine Repair Corporation, and Philly Shipyard, Inc. for being awarded part of the $8.75 million distributed to 15 small shipyards across 12 states. These grants will help our shipyards to modernize their facilities with the latest technologies, boost their productivity, and expand job opportunities for our skilled workers. This investment will not only strengthen local economies but also enhance the global competitiveness of our shipyards! 🚢⚓ https://lnkd.in/eZnd_Bi4

Despite increased activity at the Mobile shipbuilder and defense contractor, Austal USA continues to be one of the safest shipyards in America. The company announced Monday in a press release that it was awarded the 2023 Safety Award by The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU) and recognized for Excellence in Safety and Improvement in Safety by the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA).

The Shipbuilders Council of America announced its annual member safety awards for the 2023 calendar year, honoring 18 shipyards for achievements in safety.  #shipbuilding #shiprepair #shipyards #maritime #safety #shipsandshipping

Happy 4th of July from the SCA! As we celebrate our nation's independence, we honor the shipbuilding & repair industry—a cornerstone of American strength. From protecting our waters to driving economic growth, our industry plays a vital role in America's prosperity. ⚓🇺🇸