- $679 million in funding for 12 offshore wind projects has been withdrawn and redirected.
- Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind faced the largest cut, losing $427 million from the INFRA program.
- MARAD also withdrew or terminated multiple projects under its Port Infrastructure Development Program.
- The move prioritizes traditional maritime infrastructure and domestic shipbuilding, supporting the administration’s goal of restoring U.S. maritime strength.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced the reallocation of $679 million previously assigned to 12 offshore wind projects, signaling a shift toward strengthening traditional maritime infrastructure. The funding will now focus on essential port upgrades and rebuilding domestic shipbuilding capabilities, reflecting a renewed emphasis on conventional energy and maritime priorities, according to gCaptain.
Federal Funding Shift Prioritizes Traditional Maritime Projects
A recent review by the U.S. Department of Transportation found several offshore wind projects were not aligned with the administration’s strategic goals. The largest reduction affected the Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind project, which saw approximately $427 million withdrawn from the Nationally Significant Freight and Highway Projects (INFRA) program.
In addition, the Maritime Administration (MARAD) withdrew six projects and terminated five more under its Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP), totaling $177 million and $75 million, respectively.
These measures reflect the administration’s focus on strengthening America’s maritime sector. According to an April 2025 presidential directive, federal resources are being redirected from renewable energy initiatives toward traditional maritime infrastructure and domestic energy projects to support the nation’s shipping and port capabilities.
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Source: gCaptain
