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…
DCA Welcomes New Member, Michigan-based Dean Marine
The Dredging Contractors of America welcomes Dean Marine & Excavating, Inc. (Dean Marine) to the association. Dean Marine, based in Mt. Clemens Michigan, has a long history of dredging and has successfully completed many dredging projects in various locations throughout the Great Lakes. Dean Marine’s services also include shoreline restoration, marine towing, tug assistance, barge services, marine salvage, crane services, sheet pile installation, break wall and seawall installation…