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Dec 3-5, 2025 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;•&²Ô²ú²õ±è; Morial Convention Center &²Ô²ú²õ±è;•&²Ô²ú²õ±è; New Orleans, LA

Maritime Breakfast

U.S. Shipbuilding: Progress, Workforce, and the Path Ahead

Thursday, December 4th | 8:00AM - 9:00AM Room R02, second floor, access via the escalator at the back of 100 aisle

The Maritime Breakfast is sponsored by

MODERATOR Guillermo Calderon Martinez

Manager, Business Development, North America, American Bureau of Shipping

Justin Slater

VP Business Development, Fincantieri Marine Group

(Ret.) U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Anderson

President of U.S. Shipbuilding, Hanwha Philly Shipyard

Erik Derecktor

Construction Commercial Manager, Derecktor Shipyards

Dave Lee

VP of Technology & Innovation, Maritime Partners, LLC

The United States is working to revitalize its domestic shipbuilding industry through targeted grants, tax incentives, and strategic public-private investments. While national security remains a driving force, commercial shipbuilding is also poised to benefit from this renewed focus.

In this session, a panel of industry leaders will discuss the resurgence of the U.S. shipbuilding sector. Topics will include the number of vessels currently under construction, recent workforce expansion, and measurable progress achieved over the past twelve months. Panelists will also offer forward-looking insights into upcoming projects and persistent challenges that must be addressed to sustain momentum.

Don’t miss this timely and in-depth discussion on the future of U.S. shipbuilding—and the strategic steps industry leaders are taking to ensure its long-term success.

Your ticket includes a buffet breakfast.

*UPGRADE REQUIRED*

This event can be added on to your exhibitor badge when you register or can be added after through the or by calling 508-743-8567 (M-F 9AM – 5PM EST). If you have any issues with registration, please contact [email protected]

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