b'CONNECTING RURAL COMMUNITIESTo increase mobility in states where ferry service is a crucial means of transport, a new competitive grant program that will be managed by the FTA was established to provide $1 billion over the next five years.Another$1billionofadditionalfundingisauthorizedfor U.S.Congresstomakeavailableoverthenextfiveyearsthrough annual appropriations.About the Author Visit the FTA site for more information. BRUCE A. STRUPP, JR. SENIORACCOUNT MANAGER, MODERNIZING PORT INFRASTRUCTURE ABB MARINE & PORTSUnder the United States Maritime Administration (MARAD), over the next 10 years, roughly $2 billion will be made available through theStruppisresponsibleforworkingwithmaritimeowners, Port Infrastructure Development Program for projects that improveoperators, shipyards, and naval architects to develop, propose, and climate-resiliency in ports against sea-level rise and extreme weatherdeliver complete propulsion systems that reduce vessel emissions; events and for projects that reduce port-related emissions such as har- improve vessel operational efficiency; and improve vessel, operator, bor craft replacement/retrofits, anti-idling technologies, port or termi- and passenger safety in the North American ferry market.nal microgrids and cargo handling equipment. You can learn more on MARADs website.Strupphassupportedtheglobalmaritimeindustryinmany different roles over 25 years. He holds a Bachelors degree in With substantial investments available and momentum towards decar- Marine Systems Engineering from the U.S. Merchant Marine bonization unstoppable, we are eager to continue working with marketAcademy; held a Third Assistant Engineers License, unlimited stakeholders and offer guidance on the technologies available to revolu- tonnage steam and diesel; and has served in the U.S. Naval Reserve.tionize the domestic marine infrastructure in the U.S.EXCEED GLOBAL EMISSIONS STANDARDSOperate a lightweight vessel equipped with hybrid or electric engines. Reduce your operating and maintenance costs. Minimize your environmental impact. BUILD A CARBON FIBER FERRYLearn about Americas only carbon T- and K-Class ferry builder:www.ARCADIA-ALLIANCE.com15 JUNE 2022'