Recently, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced plans to invest $774 million in U.S. port infrastructure to strengthen the supply chain.
The 37 projects receiving awards are at coastal seaports, Great Lakes ports, and inland river ports. These grants are intended to enhance throughput capacity, operational efficiency, and supply chain resilience at coastal ports, Great Lakes ports, and inland waterway ports.
“U.S. ports keep our grocery store shelves stocked, our energy supply chains resilient, and our export market strong,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “Under President Trump’s America First agenda, investing in our ports means investing in American jobs, economic growth, and national security.”
“President Trump’s commitment to modernizing our port and maritime infrastructure has resulted in an unprecedented investment in our port infrastructure and is another significant investment in restoring America’s maritime dominance,” said MARAD Administrator Stephen M. Carmel. “These port improvements will have generational impacts and enhance the nation’s short and long-term economic competitiveness.”
President Donald J. Trump and Secretary Sean P. Duffy are committed to restoring U.S. maritime dominance.
From Alaska to West Virginia, these investments are delivering real results: expanded rail tunnels to boost capacity, upgraded screening tech to reinforce national security, adaptable two-tier docks to support all-weather operations, and a brand-new cargo terminal to improve efficiency.
MARAD’s Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) aims to modernize America’s ports and strengthen our supply chains, helping reduce time and costs for shippers, and drive down the cost of goods for American families. The U.S. has more than 300 ports operated by states, counties, municipalities, and private corporations.