MARAD Program Input Survey: Help Shape Policy for NY Shipyards
The Staten Island Industrial Alliance (SIIA) is gathering input to submit recommendations to Senator Gillibrand’s office for the Fiscal Year 2026 MARAD Reauthorization. Your insights will directly inform improvements to federal programs like the Small Shipyard Grant, Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP), and the U.S. Marine Highway (Blue Water Highway) program.
📅 Deadline: Thursday, April 17 by 11:59 PM
Your experience matters — help us advocate for the tools, funding, and policies your business and region need.
Small Shipyard Grant Program
Supports small shipyards with funding for capital improvements and workforce training. Typical Uses: Equipment upgrades, modernization, safety systems, worker skill development Challenge: Requires a 60/40 cost share, which can be hard for smaller yards to float.
Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP)
Funds projects that improve the movement of goods through ports. Typical Uses: Pier construction, loading docks, cranes, environmental improvements, intermodal connections Challenge: Competitive and often favors larger port authorities.
United States Marine Highway Program (USMHP)
Supports the expansion of commercial marine shipping along designated U.S. waterways (like the Blue Highway). Typical Uses: Vessel construction, dockside upgrades, route development, barge services Challenge: Not widely accessed by smaller yards and often misunderstood.
As you fill out the survey, consider whether these programs are meeting the needs of your business.
