New England’s maritime sector is experiencing historic demand driven by fleet construction, sustainment needs, and supply-chain complexity. The UConn Shipbuilding Initiative provides a coordinated academic framework to help industry and government partners address those challenges while strengthening the region’s role in national maritime readiness.

The UConn Shipbuilding Initiative brings a proven record of more than $130 million in federal, state, and industry-supported research, education, and infrastructure investments aligned with maritime and defense priorities. The initiative builds on that foundation by enabling deeper collaboration and more consistent engagement with industry and government stakeholders and academic partners.

The UConn Shipbuilding Initiative integrates basic and applied research, STEM and workforce pipelines, supply-chain initiatives, and international alliances, providing flexibility to respond as the shipbuilding and maritime demands continue to evolve.