In an era where technological advancements are reshaping industries, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into shipbuilding stands as a testament to modern innovation. The US Navy, an ...

The U.S. Coast Guard and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) collectively spend billions of dollars to replace aging ships that conduct search and rescue, icebreaking, and research ...

Suggested Citation: "Programs to Increase the Technological Competitiveness of U.S. Shipyards." National Research Council. 1996. Shipbuilding Technology and Education. Washington, DC: The National ...

Eastern Shipbuilding Group launched a new vehicle-passenger ferry named FALCON in Panama City. The ferry is being built for the Fisher Island Community Association and is scheduled for delivery next ...

The United States is intensifying efforts to reinvigorate its domestic manufacturing base, with shipbuilding—critical to both economic strength and national security—a key focus. Despite being the ...

The Navy looks to cut maintenance times by using 3-D printing, as well as augmented-reality software that allows technicians to remotely troubleshoot problems from the sailor’s point of view. The ...

WASHINGTON — The Navy is making a massive bet on cutting-edge technology to modernize its fleet, pumping $448 million into AI and autonomous systems to supercharge shipbuilding efforts. “Ship OS” uses ...

Can the American military maintain deterrence in East Asia without fixing its shipbuilding? The U.S. Navy’s fleet is rusting and shrinking, while China’s grows. Last week, new data showed Chinese ...

In December of 2025, the U.S. Coast Guard announced the award of two contracts to build up to six Arctic Security Cutter (ASC) icebreakers. The announcement declaring the vessels would be built ...

Improved technology is critical if U.S. shipbuilding companies are to regain a place in the world commercial shipbuilding market. To be profitable, it is necessary that U.S. shipbuilders at least be ...