The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has published a request for proposals to build the first US Centre for Maritime Innovation.
The Maritime Environmental and Technical Assistance (META) program is seeking proposals to create a US Centre for Maritime Innovation.
The centre will reportedly assist in the study, research, development, assessment, and implementation of innovative marine technologies and practices in response to emerging environmental concerns confronting the maritime transportation sector.
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MARAD is looking for ideas from organisations to help build and operate the centre, as well as act as its secretariat.
The virtual centre is funded through a competitive cooperation agreement with the Maritime Environmental and Technical Assistance (META) programme.
In August 2023, the MARAD announced the designation of two new Marine Highway Routes, as part of the United States Marine Highway Program (MHP).
