MARINETTE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The Port of Marinette will see some improvements, thanks to a grant.
Gov. Tony Evers announced a $29 million Harbor Assistance Program grant will help support future shipbuilding in the area.
Shipbuilder, Marinette Marine, is located at the port.
“These shipyard improvements ensure that Marinette Marine can continue to compete for U.S. Naval contracts, providing the area with good-paying, family-supporting jobs. Their success is vital to the success of the Marinette community and local economy,” Gov. Evers said.
Marinette Marine will continue its site improvement project which includes the construction of a vertical ship lift structure, dock walls and bulkheads and harbor dredging to transition the shipyard to accommodate the construction of larger vessels.
