As the U.S. revitalizes domestic shipbuilding, American shipbuilders are forming strategic partnerships with international counterparts to accelerate fleet readiness, modernize infrastructure, and expand production capabilities. In this session, we’ll take a closer look at these collaborations and explore how they are enhancing shipbuilding capacity, strengthening allied industrial ties, and responding to global maritime demands. <new paragraph> Our panelists will discuss: – What’s driving these partnerships with international firms from technology transfers to supply and labor costs to speed capabilities? How are these partnerships helping the U.S. meet urgent Navy, USCG and commercial fleet requirements? How is the Jones Act considered and implemented for these collborations?