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Wisconsin's Inland Waterways An Economic Driver for the Badger State Wisconsin has nearly 230 miles of navigable inland waterways, ranking it 29th in the nation. This system which includes part of the Upper Mississippi River moves Wisconsin?s economy and contributes to the state's natural beauty. It has always played an important role in our nation?s commerce, and … [Read more...] about The WIDMAC Newsletter – July Edition

The Keel is Laid on the M/V Mark W. Barker The Interlake Steamship Company & Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding Officially Kick-off Construction of a New Great Lakes Bulk Carrier Wisconsin maritime had one of its finest moments this Tuesday in Sturgeon Bay, as powerhouses Interlake Steamship (Interlake) and Fincantieri Bay … [Read more...] about The WIDMAC Newsletter – June Edition

GREEN BAY - Wisconsin Domestic Maritime Coalition (WIDMAC), the unified voice for the domestic maritime industry in Wisconsin, issued the following statement ahead of President Donald J. Trump?s visit on Thursday, June 25 to Fincantieri Marinette Marine, builders of the Navy?s Freedom-class littoral combat ships.? ? ?Wisconsin is a great American maritime state, supporting … [Read more...] about President Trump Shipyard Visit Highlights National Security Role

Celebrating National Maritime Day Today, Friday, May 22, 2020, is National Maritime Day - an annual, time-honored tradition that recognizes one of our country?s most important industries. In the midst of a global pandemic, this vibrant maritime workforce has labored around the clock and continued to deliver vital goods and … [Read more...] about The WIDMAC Newsletter – May Edition

May 1, 2020: Congratulations Wisconsin and FMG! The Department of Defense?s U.S. Navy awarded a contract to design and produce the next generation small surface combatant, the Guided Missile Frigate (FFG(X)) late Thursday, April 30, 2020. The contract for detail design and construction (DD&C) of up to 10 Guided Missile Frigates (consisting of … [Read more...] about Navy Selects Fincantieri Marinette Marine for Next Generation