Principles

Principles

In Development  /

2026

Ship American Principles

Bringing greater clarity to how companies support U.S.-flag shipping and the American maritime workforce.

Approach

Princples-Based

Progress

In Development

Impact

National Resilience

Overview

A New Standard for American Shipping

The Ship American Council is advancing a clear definition of what it means to support U.S.-flag shipping and strengthen the American maritime system.

By defining a set of guiding principles that reinforce the importance of American maritime capacity, we help strengthen supply chain resilience and domestic economic security.

This effort creates a shared understanding that allows the public, policymakers, and stakeholders to better recognize how companies contribute to the strength and reliability of the American maritime industry.

The Ship American Council will continue to provide clarity and guidance that supports a stronger, more resilient American maritime system.

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Transparency

Transparency in the Public Interest

Greater clarity around shipping practices helps strengthen awareness of the American maritime industry and the role it plays in supporting American jobs, resilient supply chains, and national security.

This approach helps connect everyday shipping decisions to their broader impact, making it easier to see how U.S.-flag shipping supports a stronger and more resilient American economy.