DCA elects new officers and board members
In a series of board and membership meetings last week the Dredging Contractors of America (DCA) unanimously voted to accept Harry Stewart as the President of the DCA Board of Directors and Travis Boone as its Senior Vice President. Harry Stewart is the President and CEO of San Rafael, California based The Dutra Group. Travis Boone is President and CEO of Houston, Texas based Orion Group…
President Trump Signs Executive Order on Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance
On April 9, 2025, U.S. President Donald J. Trump issued a sweeping executive order (EO) to revitalize U.S. maritime power. The purpose of the EO is to set forth a policy to revitalize and rebuild domestic maritime industries and workforce to promote national security and economic prosperity. Many provisions in the EO set 30-day to 210-day time lines for various cabinet secretaries and agency heads to develop…
Investing in America’s Maritime Future: A Deep Dive with Bill Doyle on the SHIPS Act
In this insightful discussion, Bill Doyle, CEO of the Dredging Contractors of America, shares his extensive experience in the maritime industry, covering topics from shipbuilding investments, port expansions, and national security concerns to the future of American shipping and dredging operations.
Key Takeaways from the Video
- Major Investments in U.S. Shipping: CMA…