Since its founding, AMP has led the way in telling the story of the positive impacts of America’s domestic maritime industry, including the industry’s support of more than 500,000 American workers, as well as $100 billion in economic contributions to the nation. America’s maritime policy is based on three time-tested requirements established on common sense and the best interests of American industry and workforce. Quite simply, any vessel transporting goods or passengers within America’s shoreline must be:
- U.S.-Built
- U.S.-Owned
- U.S.-Crewed