Summary
Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Inc. and Delaware County Community College have received an $8 million federal grant to establish an educational model for U.S. shipbuilding. This initiative will include sending U.S. instructors and workers overseas to learn advanced shipbuilding techniques and will create an International Shipbuilding Fellowship program for registered apprentices and others in high-demand trades.
This grant highlights the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and industries to enhance workforce training and address skill gaps in the shipbuilding sector. By expanding apprenticeship capacity and developing a recognized curriculum, the initiative aims to strengthen the U.S. shipbuilding workforce and meet growing national demands.
Why this matters for apprenticeships
This story underscores the commitment to enhancing registered apprenticeship programs in the skilled trades, particularly in shipbuilding. By providing significant funding and creating new training pathways, it addresses critical workforce shortages while ensuring that local communities benefit from these initiatives.
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