The Dredging Contractors of America congratulates Adam Telle on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate as Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (ASACW). The Senate approved his nomination by a 72–22 vote on Saturday, August 4, 2025, just before adjourning for the summer recess. President Donald J. Trump nominated Mr. Telle on March 24, 2025.

We look forward to working with him as he…

The United States maritime industry is experiencing an historic resurgence, driven by a coordinated effort from both Congress and the Executive Branch to rebuild domestic capacity, ensure fair competition, and bolster national security. This report provides a detailed overview of recent developments shaping the future of U.S. maritime power—from the rapid growth and investment in the Jones Act dredging sector, to sweeping federal policies targeting unfair foreign…

The U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services, through the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, tasked the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) with assessing how reduced dredging capacity may have impacted designated strategic seaports. In response, USTRANSCOM submitted a report titled Dredging and the Strategic Seaport Program, which has recently been declassified and made available to the public. The report outlines operational impacts, identifies root causes…