Homeland Security
America’s national security depends on safe domestic waterways and common-sense domestic commerce practice on U.S.-flag vessels.
Economic Security
America’s domestic maritime industry is responsible for nearly 650,000 jobs and more than $150 billion in annual economic output.
National Security
The Department of Defense recognizes the importance of maintaining a strong domestic shipbuilding industry.
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THOUSANDAMERICAN VESSELS BUILT IN
AMERICAN SHIPYARDS
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THOUSANDSUSTAINED AMERICAN
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BILLIONIN LABOR
COMPENSATION
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BILLIONIN ANNUAL
ECONOMIC OUTPUT
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July 17, 2019
Domestic Maritime Industry Creates 13,850 Jobs, $3.2 Billion in Economic Growth for Ohio
CLEVELAND — The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the domestic maritime industry, hosted a press conference earlier today... read more →
July 1, 2019
Over 1,650 Cadets Graduate from American Maritime Academies, Positioned to Serve America’s Marine Transportation and Defense Needs
WASHINGTON - The American Maritime Partnership (AMP) — the voice of the domestic maritime industry — congratulates the more than... read more →
June 25, 2019
Domestic Maritime Industry Creates 51,450 Jobs, $12.21 Billion in Economic Impact in California
SAN DIEGO — The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the domestic maritime industry, and federal lawmakers, today announced... read more →
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