Dec 3-5, 2025  •  Morial Convention Center  •  New Orleans, LA

Agenda Session

Maritime Breakfast: U.S. Shipbuilding: Progress, Workforce, and the Path Ahead

Dec 04 2025

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CST

Special Events, Room R02, 2nd floor

The United States is working to revitalize its domestic shipbuilding industry through targeted grants, tax incentives, and strategic public-private investments. While national security remains a driving force, commercial shipbuilding is also poised to benefit from this renewed focus.

In this session, a panel of industry leaders will discuss the resurgence of the U.S. shipbuilding sector. Topics will include the number of vessels currently under construction, recent workforce expansion, and measurable progress achieved over the past twelve months. Panelists will also offer forward-looking insights into upcoming projects and persistent challenges that must be addressed to sustain momentum.

Don’t miss this timely and in-depth discussion on the future of U.S. shipbuilding—and the strategic steps industry leaders are taking to ensure its long-term success.

Your ticket includes a buffet breakfast.

Moderator

American Bureau of Shipping

- Manager, Business Development, North America

Speakers

Hanwha Defense

- President of U.S. Shipbuilding

Derecktor Shipyards

- Construction Commercial Manager

Maritime Partners, LLC

- VP of Technology & Innovation

Fincantieri Marine Group

- VP Business Development

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