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MetalCraft Marine scales to meet Navy, Coast Guard demand

Ben Hayden

October 27, 2026

MetalCraft Marine is expanding its Watertown, N.Y., shipyard to build more Navy and Coast Guard boats, from force protection to uncrewed vessels.

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A MetalCraft Force Protection-Small (FP-S) awaits delivery to the Navy at the company’s new Watertown, N.Y., facility. Two FP-L and multiple boom deployment boats also destined for the Navy are under the same roof, as is a Long Range Interceptor for the Coast Guard. Ben Hayden photo.

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Variable-speed electric controls are becoming a larger part of mooring winch systems as operators look to modernize deck machinery.

More on board: Deck machinery adapts to space and power

Steve Mosco

October 28, 2026

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Manufacturers of winches, cranes and drives are working around limited deck space, weight limits, and changing power systems. ABB photo.

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A view of the second and third National Security Multi-Mission Vessels (NSMVs) under construction at Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia. Hanwha Philly Shipyard photo.

Hanwha Defense USA announces plans to acquire Hanwha Philly Shipyard

WorkBoat Staff

October 27, 2026

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Arlington, Va.-based Hanwha Defense USA has announced plans to acquire a controlling stake in Hanwha Philly Shipyard, marking the Philadelphia shipyard's continued transition to a dual-use facility serving both the U.S. Navy and commercial customers.

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Hydroniq Cooling System — Hydroniq Coolers delivered its Rack seawater cooling system as a fully assembled package for installation aboard Washington State Ferries’ new hybrid-electric ferry Wishkah. Hydroniq Coolers photo.

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Hydroniq delivers cooling system for new Washington State Ferries hybrid-electric ferry

October 28, 2026

Variable-speed electric controls are becoming a larger part of mooring winch systems as operators look to modernize deck machinery.

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More on board: Deck machinery adapts to space and power

October 28, 2026

The Port of Boston's Conley Container Terminal. Massport photo.

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Marad awards $498 million for port projects across 19 states

October 28, 2026

Recreational vessel and USV hauled out of the water, with the USV split into two large pieces and entangled in the recreational vessel’s starboard pod. Monroe County Sheriff photo.

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NTSB calls for uncrewed vessel safety standards after Lake Erie collision

October 27, 2026

A SAFE Boats 3810 Full Cabin built for U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The boats ordered under the SOUTHCOM agreement will have a new cabin configuration. SAFE Boats International photo.

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SAFE Boats wins boatbuilding contract worth up to $36.4 million

October 27, 2026

The Zumwalt-class destroyer Lyndon B. Johnson (DDG 1002) sits dockside at HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, Miss., where the shipyard is completing combat systems work ahead of sea trials. HII photo.

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Ingalls awarded $99 million contract modification for Lyndon B. Johnson sea trials

October 27, 2026

A shipyard worker welds a steel component during vessel construction. Shutterstock photo.

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US, Denmark sign maritime cooperation agreement to support shipbuilding

October 27, 2026

A view of the second and third National Security Multi-Mission Vessels (NSMVs) under construction at Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia. Hanwha Philly Shipyard photo.

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Hanwha Defense USA announces plans to acquire Hanwha Philly Shipyard

October 27, 2026

Gunde Maersk - Port of Baltimore — The Gunde Maersk calls at the Port of Baltimore, a key asset in Maryland’s push to expand shipbuilding, port, and maritime industry growth. Maryland Department of Transportation/Maryland Port Administration photo.

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Maryland creates maritime task force to pursue shipbuilding and port growth

October 27, 2026

The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln conducts a replenishment-at-sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Henry J. Kaiser on Aug. 16, 2026. Vigor Marine has been awarded a $42.8 million contract to overhaul and drydock the oiler in Portland, Ore. Navy photo.

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Navy contracts include $2.4 billion for nuclear propulsion, $42.8 million for oiler overhaul

October 27, 2026

Whiskey Project - NC — The Whiskey Project Group has opened a 60,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing and sustainment facility on a 50-acre waterfront site in Edenton, N.C. The Whiskey Project Group photo.

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Whiskey Project Group opens North Carolina manufacturing hub

October 27, 2026

From Customer Challenge to Engineered Solution: The Story Behind Star Hydraulics’ Tow Bar Jack

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Offshore operators in today’s maritime industry often rely on third-party staffing companies. Shutterstock photo.

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Who's the employer?

October 23, 2026

Crew members work alongside a barge on the Mississippi River. Shutterstock photo

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Does your coverage travel with your crew?

October 12, 2026

Tugboats assist a containership as it turns toward a terminal on the Cooper River in Charleston Harbor. Daniel Wright98 / Shutterstock photo

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The hidden dangers in assuming all operators are the same

October 6, 2026

A critical shortage of qualified and capable workers is affecting virtually every industry, and maritime in particular. Shutterstock photo.

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Is an overlooked workforce the solution to the US shipbuilding labor crisis?

September 25, 2026

A pilot boat navigates the upper New York City harbor. Shutterstock photo.

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Maritime pilots proudly contribute to America’s maritime security

September 11, 2026

Working in hot summer conditions can carry significant health and medical risks. Shutterstock photo.

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Hydrate to stay safe in the heat

September 7, 2026

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Saronic breaks ground on its Port Alpha shipyard in Brownsville, Texas. Pictured from left to right: Sergio Tito Lopez, Chairman of the Port of Brownsville Commission; Doug Lambert, COO; Rob Lehman, CCO; Texas Governor Greg Abbott; U.S. Vice President JD Vance; Dino Mavrookas, CEO; Vib Altekar, CTO; and John Morgan, SVP of Operations. Saronic photo.

Saronic breaks ground on $3 billion Brownsville shipyard

The christening of the 400'×105' deck barge Triton, delivered to Canal Barge Co. by Conrad Shipyard. Canal Barge Co. via Facebook.

Canal Barge takes delivery of 400' deck barge Triton

MBB - Barbara G Tug — The 98' Barbara G is the first of two Rapport 3000 escort tugs Master Boat Builders is delivering to Bay-Houston Towing for ship-assist and escort work along the Texas Gulf Coast. Master Boat Builders photo.

Master Boat Builders delivers escort tug to Bay-Houston Towing

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