Ship Repair USA: Panel to discuss government shipbuilding and repair

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Federal spending priorities play a critical role in shaping opportunities for shipyards, repair facilities and maritime service providers. At Marine Log‘s Ship Repair USA—taking place June 23-24 in Jacksonville, Fla.—industry leaders and government experts will examine how evolving budget priorities at the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and Maritime Administration (MARAD) could impact maintenance, modernization and repair activity in the years ahead.

The panel, “Government Outlook: Navy, USCG and MARAD Budgets and What They Mean for Ship Repair,” will explore the latest developments in federal maritime funding and what they mean for the nation’s ship repair industrial base. As government agencies balance fleet readiness, recapitalization efforts and budget constraints, attendees will gain insight into where opportunities may emerge and what challenges could affect future workload planning.

Moderated by Chris Servello, podcast co-host and producer at CAVASShips, the discussion will feature a distinguished panel of maritime and defense experts:

• Kevin Terry, Senior Defense Advisor, Shipbuilders Council of America
• Capt. Rick Hoffman, USN (Ret.), Executive Director, Jacksonville Area Ship Repair Association
• Ryan W. Smith, President and CEO, Fincantieri Marine Systems N.A.
• David Von Schmidt, Managing Director, VSM Associates

Panelists will discuss current budget trends, fleet sustainment priorities, shipyard capacity considerations and the outlook for Navy, Coast Guard and MARAD-funded repair and maintenance programs. The session will also examine how policy decisions and federal investments could influence the long-term health of the U.S. maritime industrial base.

For shipyard executives, repair managers, suppliers and service providers, this session offers a valuable opportunity to better understand the government shipbuilding and funding landscape and prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

ABOUT SHIP REPAIR USA

Ship Repair USA brings together vessel owners, operators, shipyards and service providers to address key challenges in maintenance, repair and modernization, with sessions like this offering practical perspectives on emerging technologies.

TOP REASONS TO ATTEND

• Cost-effective repair project management
• Integration of modern technologies
• Staying compliant with the latest regulatory standards
• Building the skilled labor force necessary for long-term success

COME ON BOARD THE USS ORLECK

A networking event hosted by conference sponsor Hylant will take place June 23 aboard the USS Orleck, a Gearing-class destroyer that served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1982, providing attendees with an opportunity to connect in a historic setting.

Registration is open.