Shipbuilders Council names new Industry Partners Committee leaders
The Shipbuilders Council of America has recently appointed John Rhatigan as the chairman and Chuck Goddard as the vice chairman of its Industry Partners Committee. Rhatigan, who is the chairman of the Marine Machinery Association, takes over from Mark Haller, the president and owner of Tri-Tec Manufacturing LLC. This marks Rhatigan’s fourth consecutive year in a leadership position within the committee.
Commitment to the Maritime Industrial Base
In his statement, Rhatigan expressed his dedication to advocating for suppliers in the maritime industrial base that span across all 50 states. He emphasized the importance of aligning national purpose with industrial capacity, especially in the current global landscape. The Shipbuilders Council of America plays a crucial role in representing the interests of maritime suppliers to ensure the continued success of the maritime industrial base in the United States.
Goddard, the president of K&G Maritime Strategies LLC, will support the committee as the vice chairman. His role involves representing the various suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers that contribute to the success of U.S. shipbuilding and repair operations. The Industry Partners Committee aims to strengthen the U.S. maritime industrial base by fostering collaboration among key stakeholders in the shipbuilding and ship repair supply chain.
Continued Support for America’s Maritime Industrial Base
Mark Haller expressed his confidence in Rhatigan and Goddard’s ability to lead the committee and uphold its mission of supporting the maritime industrial base. Matthew Paxton, the president of the Shipbuilders Council of America, commended Rhatigan and Goddard for their extensive experience in the shipbuilding and ship repair supply chain. Their leadership is expected to enhance the collaboration and coordination among the partners that sustain America’s leadership in shipbuilding and ship repair capabilities.
The Shipbuilders Council of America, based in Washington, represents a wide range of companies involved in U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance, and repair. The council advocates for the interests of shipyards and their suppliers to ensure a thriving maritime industrial base in the United States.
