DOT Invests $13.3 Million in Marine Highway Infrastructure Projects

DOT Press Releases

Published March 27th, 2026

Detected March 28th, 2026

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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced an investment of over $13 million in 11 marine highway projects across seven states. This funding aims to support public and private partners in developing supply chains on marine highway routes, enhancing national freight capacity and easing congestion.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), through its Maritime Administration (MARAD), has allocated $13,280,351 million to 11 marine highway projects spanning seven states. This funding is part of the U.S. Marine Highway Program and is intended to bolster infrastructure and support supply chain development on navigable waterways, including specific projects for waste transportation in Oregon and barge dock improvements in Pennsylvania.

Regulated entities involved in marine transportation and logistics, particularly those in the affected states, should be aware of these investments. While this announcement is informational and does not impose new direct compliance obligations, it highlights a focus on marine highway infrastructure and supply chain resilience under the "Buy America, Build America" provisions. Companies may wish to explore potential partnership opportunities or monitor future solicitations related to these initiatives.

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Trump’s Transportation Department Invests Over $13 Million to Bolster U.S. Marine Highway Infrastructure Across America

Friday, March 27, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) today invested $13,280,351 million in 11 marine highway projects across seven states through the U.S. Marine Highway Program.

The funding will support public and private partners in developing supply chains on marine highway routes—including the transportation of waste in Oregon and the improvement of barge docks in Pennsylvania—to ensure resiliency.

“Investing in marine highways will strengthen the Great Lakes economy and other regional communities,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duff y. “We’ll deliver jobs, boost provide a boost for local industries, and strengthen infrastructure our economy relies on.”

“The marine highway program is a vital opportunity to expand the nation’s freight capacity,” said MARAD Administrator Steve Carmel. “By fully integrating our navigable waterways into the national transportation system, we keep the American economy moving forward.”

Additional Information:

U.S. Marine Highways are a vital component of America’s transportation infrastructure, offering a reliable way to move goods while easing congestion on our nation’s busy road and rail systems. The network spans 27,139 miles across 41 states, Washington, D.C., and all five U.S. territories. The 35 designated routes underpin U.S. supply chains, critical infrastructure, and maritime workforce development.

Under the Trump Administration’s America First agenda, all Marine Highway Grants award recipients must apply, comply with, and implement all requirements of the “Buy America, Build America” provisions.