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Welcome to the 2026 Virginia Maritime Guide
The Port of Virginia becomes the East Coast’s deepest port, driving $100 billion in spending and nearly 10% of Virginia jobs amid leadership changes.
Port of Virginia expands capacity with $1.4B gateway program
The Port of Virginia advances its $1.4 billion Gateway Investment Program, enhancing capacity and efficiency as the East Coast's deepest port.
Virginia offshore wind project now producing power
Dominion Energy’s $11.5 billion Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project began delivering electricity, overcoming federal stop-work orders and legal battles.
Maritime leaders on automation, tariffs and the industry’s future
Virginia maritime leaders from Newport News Shipbuilding, CV International, and LS GreenLink discuss workforce development, automation, and a $689 million investment in Hampton Roads.
Hampton Roads could anchor shipbuilding revival
Hampton Roads is critical to rebuilding the U.S. shipbuilding industry to counter China’s growing maritime power and support national security.
Language, immigration restrictions hit truckers
Virginia Trucking Association backs federal English proficiency rules for commercial drivers despite potential driver shortages and immigrant restrictions.
HII robotics agreements could mean job changes
HII partners with Path Robotics to develop physical AI welding technology at Newport News shipyard, aiming to boost shipbuilding efficiency amid labor shortages.
Port-driven logistics market rebalances
Developers have paused speculative warehouse construction in Hampton Roads as the Port of Virginia adjusts to new supply and shifting industrial demand.
Trade tensions disrupt Virginia cargo flows
The Port of Virginia faces cargo declines amid tariffs and trade policy shifts, impacting logistics and regional economic development.
Port of Virginia
In February, the Port of Virginia concluded its $450 million dredging project, which began in 2019, and it is now the U.S. East Coast’s deepest port at 55 feet, as well as the widest, able to safely handle two-way traffic of ultra-large container vessels. Also in February, the port brought a fourth ULCV berth into [&hellip[...]
Maritime workforce accelerator revs engines
Maritime & Nuclear Workforce Accelerator aids recruitment and retention for maritime and nuclear energy jobs, as well as related manufacturing sectors.
Universities adjust maritime programs for AI era
Virginia educators are responding by adding AI competency to classes.
