Volume 1 Issue 8: Sep 10, 2021

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Erin Ananian-Gentile
NC Military Business Center

Building North Carolina’s Maritime Future Starts with Its Workforce

Posted Sep 1, 2026
North Carolina’s connection to the water runs deep. From commercial ports and military installations to boatbuilders, marine manufacturers, ship repair operations, and an extensive network of suppliers, maritime activity is an important part of the s
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