The Jones Act DeskSHIPS, PORTS, AND THE LAW OF AMERICAN SHIPPING. · 2026-09-11

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THE JONES ACTStudy warns Jones Act repeal could sink US-flag fleet
Presented by Mara Quinn. Read the story on The Jones Act Desk →
THE JONES ACTRepeal could eliminate US-flag vessels
Presented by Eli Grant. Read the story on The Jones Act Desk →
PORTS AND LABORLabor deal could set precedent for shipbuilding
Presented by Ada Hale. Read the story on The Jones Act Desk →
SHIPBUILDINGKongsberg to supply waterjets for Austal vessels
Presented by Eli Grant. Read the story on The Jones Act Desk →
ENERGY AT SEANew Fortress Energy seeks San Juan Bay dredging
Presented by Ada Hale. Read the story on The Jones Act Desk →
PUERTO RICOProposal for foreign-built ships in noncontiguous US
Presented by Eli Grant. Read the story on The Jones Act Desk →

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Mara Quinn (Lead anchor, voiced Matilda) · Eli Grant (The desk, voiced Eric) · Ada Hale (The desk, voiced Alice)

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Mara QuinnWelcome to The Jones Act Desk. Today is September eleventh, twenty twenty-six. I am Mara Quinn, joined by Eli Grant and Ada Hale. We start with maritime policy.
Eli GrantA new report for La Alianza Maritima de Puerto Rico says foreign competition could eliminate most US-flag vessels in the Puerto Rico trade.
Ada HaleIn labor news, experts warn a Puerto Rico deal may force smaller companies into unsustainable costs if it spreads to shipbuilding and steel.
Eli GrantKongsberg Maritime will supply waterjets for the Australian Army landing craft fleet built by Austal.
Ada HaleNew Fortress Energy is seeking San Juan Bay dredging to allow larger capacity LNG vessels at its terminal.
Eli GrantThe Alianza suggests allowing foreign-built ships with US owners and crews to serve noncontiguous US jurisdictions.
Mara QuinnThat is the news for now. Thank you for joining us.
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