Tag: Maritime Infrastructure

New York’s Multi-Tiered Coastal Funding Model Offers Template for Harbor Infrastructure Projects

9/24/2025 - By Claude Solnik, Published in fireislandnews.com New York's approach to financing long-term coastal resilience demonstrates how complex federal, state, and local partnerships can be structured to support major maritime infrastructure investments. The funding mechanism provides insights for other coastal regions seeking sustainable financing for harbor protection and maintenance projects. Federal… SEE MORE

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Maritime Administration Issues Small Shipyard Grants

8/8/2022 - By Ashto.org. The Maritime Administration, known as MARAD, recently issued $19.6 million in grants to 24 small shipyards in 19 states via its Small Shipyard Grant Program. “Small businesses are the lifeblood of the American economy, and small shipyards play a critical role in America’s maritime industry, helping us get… SEE MORE

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In New Maritime Freight Plan, NYC Hopes To Distribute Packages By Boat

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12/16/2021 - By Sophia Chang. In the city’s quest to handle increasing volumes of freight pouring into the five boroughs while preserving the aging infrastructure, Mayor Bill de Blasio has a plan: look to the water. In his “Delivering Green” program unveiled Wednesday, de Blasio said New York City will make maritime shipping a bigger part… SEE MORE