In response to President Trump’s announcement of a new White House office of shipbuilding, Birdon is proud to affirm its commitment to continue investing in the U.S. defense industrial base and advancing U.S.-based shipbuilding.
“The renewed focus on rejuvenating American shipbuilding aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver state-of-the-art maritime solutions,” said Tony Ardito, President of Birdon. “We are ready to provide the advanced technological capabilities and integrated whole-of-life solutions that will strengthen our nation’s defense.”
As a trusted partner to the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, Birdon is uniquely positioned with cutting-edge maritime engineering expertise, a robust Digital Shipyard, and a proven track record in designing, building, and maintaining complex maritime assets. Birdon is dedicated to strengthening the U.S. maritime industry by investing in domestic shipbuilding facilities and fostering high-skilled, local workforce development.
Birdon CEO Jamie Bruce added, “Birdon is investing in innovative ship design and build capability that not only enhances efficiency but also creates high-skilled jobs across our facilities and supply chain partners. Our recent $37 million investment in expanding and upgrading our Alabama Shipyard along with our robust workforce development initiatives underscore our commitment to building the U.S. defense industrial base.”
Birdon is currently designing and building the new Waterways Commerce Cutter vessels for the U.S. Coast Guard. The company is also working with the U.S. Marine Corps on cutting-edge ASC-M prototypes designed for rapid, independent operations in challenging littoral environments. The Marine Corps has also selected Birdon’s advanced Heavy Landing Craft H-260 design to participate in a test and evaluation exercise focused on future maritime missions.
Birdon operates from five established locations across the United States. With over 47 years of maritime manufacturing expertise and a commitment to fostering American innovation, Birdon is dedicated to contributing to a stronger, more self-reliant U.S. shipbuilding industry and defense industrial base.
