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US Merchant Marine
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US Merchant MarineNational Maritime DayGlobal Shipping
May 22, 2026The Past, Present and Future of Shipping in the United States | National Maritime Day 2026
The US Merchant Marine, once the world's largest, has drastically declined, facing critical challenges in shipbuilding, fleet size, and national security readiness, despite its historical importance and potential for technological resurgence.
Jones ActMaritime PolicyShipping Industry
May 2, 2026Is the Jones Act Waiver Working and is it Necessary? | What Does the US Need to Do in the Future?
Despite official claims, a deep dive into the Jones Act waiver reveals it's not effectively lowering fuel prices or addressing national security, instead highlighting a critical need for domestic shipbuilding and strategic maritime investment.