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gCaptain’s full coverage of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Adminsitration (MARAD).


Tuesday, March 10, 2026
National Security Multi-Mission Vessels (NSMV) under construction at Hanwha Philly Shipyard
Shipping

U.S. Maritime Administrator Carmel Warns U.S. Must Rebuild Entire Maritime ‘System,’ Not Just Shipyards

U.S. Maritime Administrator Stephen Carmel warned Tuesday that rebuilding American maritime power will require far more than simply expanding shipyard

March 10, 2026
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
controls on a ship's bridge
Shipping

MARAD Opens Workforce Centers of Excellence Applications Amid U.S. Shipbuilding Push

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has launched a nationwide recruitment drive for its Centers of Excellence program, opening applications for

February 17, 2026
Total Views: 1338

EUNAVFOR warship escorts a containership in the Red Sea as part of the EU's Operation ASPIDES
Shipping

Warning Shots Off Yemen Underscore Ongoing Gulf of Aden Security Risks

A merchant vessel transiting about 70 nautical miles southwest of Aden, Yemen reported an encounter with armed skiffs on Tuesday, briefly raising alarm before

February 17, 2026
Total Views: 1584

Monday, February 9, 2026
Oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz
News

MARAD Warns Ships After Iranian Attempt to Board U.S. Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. Maritime Administration has issued a new security advisory after Iranian forces threatened a U.S.-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, warning

February 9, 2026
Total Views: 4054

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Stock photo shows an oil tanker at a terminal
Shipping

First Trump-Era Deepwater Oil Export License Granted to Texas GulfLink

The U.S. Department of Transportation has approved a license for Texas GulfLink, LLC to build and operate a deepwater crude oil export terminal off

February 3, 2026
Total Views: 1524

Friday, January 9, 2026
Stock photo shows an oil tanker at a terminal
News

How a Quiet Regulatory Power Shift Could Supercharge U.S. Energy Exports

A new policy hands MARAD the lead role in approving offshore ports, a move officials say will streamline environmental reviews and unlock billions in stalled

January 9, 2026
Total Views: 1532

Monday, January 5, 2026
First us oil exports on Theo T tanker
Shipping

White House Shifts Deepwater Port Licensing to MARAD in Bid to Accelerate Energy Exports

The Trump administration is revamping how offshore oil and gas export terminals are approved, handing control of the deepwater port licensing process from the

January 5, 2026
Total Views: 1744

Friday, December 19, 2025
FILE PHOTO: An American flag flutters over a ship and shipping containers at the Port of Los Angeles, in San Pedro California
Shipping

Senate Confirms Stephen Carmel as Maritime Administrator

The U.S. Senate confirmed Stephen Carmel as Administrator of the Maritime Administration on Thursday ending months of uncertainty over leadership at the agency

December 19, 2025
Total Views: 1835

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Ready reserve fleet ships moored in Alameda, California
News

Senator Kelly to Introduce MARAD Nominee Stephen Carmel at Commerce Committee Hearing

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly will introduce Stephen Carmel at a Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee nominations hearing on Wednesday. The

October 21, 2025
Total Views: 1427

Thursday, August 28, 2025
CS Anthem tanker
Shipping

CS Anthem Joins Tanker Security Program, Replacing Collision-Damaged Stena Immaculate

Crowley Stena Marine Solutions has received approval from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) to operate the CS Anthem tanker under the Tanker Security

August 28, 2025
Total Views: 1777

Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Maine Maritime Academy’s New Federal Training Vessel Christened at Hanwha Philly Shipyard
Shipbuilding

Maine Maritime Academy’s New Federal Training Vessel Christened at Hanwha Philly Shipyard

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) celebrated the christening of the State of Maine at Hanwha Philadelphia Shipyard this week, marking a significant

August 26, 2025
Total Views: 2419

Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Ready reserve fleet ships moored in Alameda, California
Defense

MARAD Awards $6.2 Billion in Contracts to Strengthen U.S. Strategic Sealift Capability

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has taken a significant step to enhance America’s military sealift capabilities by awarding $6.2 billion in

July 30, 2025
Total Views: 7531

Thursday, July 24, 2025
Tugs assist a CMA CGM containership to its berth at the Port of Savannah
Shipping

CMA CGM Phoenix Becomes Largest Containership Ever to Fly U.S. Flag

French shipping group CMA CGM marked a major milestone with the official reflagging of the CMA CGM Phoenix under the U.S. flag in Charleston, South Carolina.

July 24, 2025
Total Views: 7213

Monday, July 21, 2025
Chesapeake Shipbuilding shipyard
Shipbuilding

Trump Administration Announces $8.75 Million in Small Shipyard Grants, Continuing Funding Decline

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has awarded $8.75 million in grants to support 17 small shipyards across 12 states, Transportation Secretary Sean P.

July 21, 2025
Total Views: 2729

Monday, July 7, 2025
ST LNG Deepwater Port project illustration
Shipping

ST LNG Applies for Major Deepwater LNG Export Terminal Off Texas Coast

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) and U.S. Coast Guard have received an application from ST LNG, LLC to build and operate a significant liquefied natural gas

July 7, 2025
Total Views: 1038

Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Hanwha Philly Shipyard building dock
Shipbuilding

GAO Report Reveals Critical Gaps in Maritime Administration’s Shipbuilding Support Programs

A recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report has found that despite having four financial assistance programs designed to bolster U.S. shipbuilding,

July 2, 2025
Total Views: 1425

Thursday, June 12, 2025
Sang H. Yi
Shipping

DOT Names Acting Maritime Administrator as Carmel Awaits Confirmation

The U.S. Department of Transportation has named Sang H. Yi as Acting Maritime Administrator (MARAD). As acting head of the agency, Yi will oversee efforts to

June 12, 2025
Total Views: 1516

Wednesday, May 7, 2025
President Donald Trump pumps his fist as he steps from Air Force One upon his arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., February 28, 2025.
Shipping

Trump Withdraws Sadler Nomination, Taps Industry Veteran Stephen Carmel to Lead MARAD

President Donald Trump has withdrawn the nomination of retired U.S. Navy Captain Brent Sadler and nominated Stephen Carmel of Virginia to be the next

May 7, 2025
Total Views: 5127

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Trump Appoints Top Naval Strategist Brent Sadler To MARAD
Merchant Marine

Trump Appoints Top Naval Strategist Brent Sadler To MARAD

by John Konrad (gCaptain) In a significant and long-awaited move that could reshape the trajectory of American maritime policy, retired U.S. Navy Captain Brent

March 25, 2025
Total Views: 5379

Monday, February 17, 2025
Stock photo shows an oil tanker at a terminal
Shipping

MARAD Approves Texas GulfLink Deepwater Oil Port After Six-Year Review

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has approved the construction of a new deepwater port off the Texas coast, marking a significant expansion of

February 17, 2025
Total Views: 1475