IN LATE SEPTEMBER, Massachusetts Maritime Academy took possession of NSMV II Patriot State meaning NSMV III, The State of Maine V will be the next delivered from Philly Shipyard. The Academy expects her the summer of 2025. The State of Maine V will be owned by MARAD and operated by Maine Maritime Academy. Berthing the new ship will require upgrading and renovating the waterfront and pier, the construction of which is underway and progressing well. 90% of the over $90 million pier upgrade project is being funded by the Federal Government via MARAD.
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