Latest United States News
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US: MBTA Celebrates Launch of Harbor Loop Ferry
MBTA members, elected officials and transportation partners have celebrated the launch of the brand-new MBTA Harbor Loop Ferry.
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Vessels Purchased for New Tampa Bay Ferry Service
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) has announced the purchase of both the Bay Breeze and Clipper.
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US DOT Awards $137 Million in BUILD Funding for Port Infrastructure
136.8 million USD in federal funding has been allocated to improve port infrastructure through the BUILD grant programme.
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US Shipbuilding Funding Under Scrutiny During Defence Bill Debate
Congresswoman Pingree has criticised the Defence Appropriations Bill, arguing that it provides insufficient support for US shipbuilding.
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US DOT Launches Small Modular Nuclear Reactor Initiative for Commercial Shipping
The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched an initiative aimed at developing small modular nuclear reactors for commercial shipping.
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US: PSTA Approves Plans to Acquire & Renovate Vessels for Tampa Bay Ferry
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) Board of Directors has unanimously approved a plan to purchase and renovate two vessels.
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Jacobs to Provide Consulting Services for Maine Port Electrification Clean Energy Planning Project
Jacobs has been chosen by the MaineDOT to provide consulting services for the Maine Port Electrification Clean Energy Planning Project.
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US Department of Labour Reinforces Protections for Workers in Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands
The US Department of Labor has announced plans to reinforce safety protections for maritime workers in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
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FTA to Invest $657 Million Into Ferry Services and Infrastructure Across America
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) intends to invest $657 million into ferry services and infrastructure across America.
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US DOT Allocates $13.3 Million to Marine Highway Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced an investment of 13.28 million USD in marine highway infrastructure projects.
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U.S. Coast Guard Icebreaker Polar Star Departs Antarctica after Operation Deep Freeze 2026
The U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker Polar Star has departed the Antarctic region after completing Operation Deep Freeze 2026.
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Seaboard Marine Invests in Electric LHM 550s for U.S. Trade Hubs
Liebherr delivers three electric LHM 550 mobile harbour cranes to PortMiami and Port of Houston, boosting container handling.
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Stantec and AECOM Secure Contract for US Navy Shipyard Modernisation
Stantec and AECOM have secured a contract to support the modernisation of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine.
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Seaspan to Supply Icebreaker Design for U.S. Coast Guard ASC Programme
Seaspan Shipyards has signed agreements with Bollinger Shipyards and Rauma to supply its Icebreaker design for the U.S. Coast Guard.
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US: MARAD to Take Oversight of Deepwater Port Licensing
The US DOT Maritime Administration (MARAD) is set to take on oversight of deepwater port licensing from the US Coast Guard (USCG).
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PANYNJ Approves $45bn Capital Plan with Continued Investment in Maritime Infrastructure
The PANYNJ has approved a 45 billion USD capital plan, confirming continued investment in maritime infrastructure.
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Port Canaveral Named Busiest Cruise Port in the World
Port Canaveral has been named the busiest cruise port in the world following a record-breaking 8.6 million passenger movements in 2025.
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ABB to Power Hybrid-Electric Vessels for Washington State Ferries
Washington State Ferries has selected ABB to provide hybrid-electric propulsion systems for its first two 160-auto ferries.
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NYCEDC Sets Out Master Plan for a Modernised Manhattan Cruise Terminal
The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has released a Master Plan for the renewal of the Manhattan Cruise Terminal.
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Port of Seattle Approves 2026 Budget for Maritime Investment
The Port of Seattle has approved its 2026 operating budget and Capital Improvement Plan, outlining investment in maritime facilities.
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PANYNJ $45 Billion Capital Plan to Invest in Seaport Infrastructure
PANYNJ's proposed 45 billion USD capital plan for 2026–2035 aims to modernise and expand the region’s transport infrastructure.
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NJ TRANSIT Seeks Tenant for Restored Hoboken Ferry Terminal
NJ TRANSIT has begun the process of identifying a lead tenant for the newly restored Lackawanna Ferry Terminal at Hoboken Terminal.
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New Orleans RTA Approves Contract to Renovate Algiers Ferry Terminal
The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) has approved a 9.5 million USD contract to renovate the Algiers Ferry Terminal.
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$35.9 Million Loan Pledged for Port of Longview Industrial Rail Corridor Expansion Project
Sean P. Duffy has announced a loan of up to $35.9 million for Phase 1 of the Port of Longview's Industrial Rail Corridor Expansion project.