Shipping Industry

The Military Case for Building a New Cargo Fleet

Here’s What You Need to Remember:  By virtually every measure—military power and reach, economic might, humanitarian assistance and science and technology—the United States remains today the world’s sole superpower. One...

These Civilian Ships are Essential to China’s Taiwan Invasion Plans

Here’s what you need to know: Though nominally a civil industry, China’s civilian shipping industry is inextricably linked to the Chinese military. Much ink has been spilled about Beijing’s new aircraft...

When China Invades Taiwan, These Ships Will Be Key to Beijing’s Success

Much ink has been spilled about Beijing’s new aircraft carriers, anti-ship missiles, and anti-access/area-denial capabilities. But despite their humble role now, these transport ships would be no less an important...

Robert C. O’Brien: The Jones Act Is Essential for U.S. National Security

Before World War I, the United States relied on a combination of U.S.-flagged vessels and foreign vessels to conduct trade across the Atlantic, in U.S. coastal waters, and across our...