RI Shipbuilding
The Ocean State’s proud shipbuilding history goes back to 1776, when Rhode Island Shipyards were constructed to build the Providence and Warren for the newly created US Navy. Learn more here
Shipbuilding is a critical component within the Rhode Island maritime space.
From commercial shipyards of SENESCO Marine and Blount Boats, to the production of recreational yachts, and the construction of the premier nuclear submarines in the world, being built at the General Dynamics Electric Boat facility at Quonset Point, Rhode Island has it all.
Dual-Use & Defense
- Commercial Shipbuilding – Steel and Aluminum Fabrication and Repairs – SENESCO Marine
- Commercial Shipbuilding – Steel and Aluminum Vessels – Blount Boats
Defense Only
- Construction of the U.S. Submarine Fleet: General Dynamics Electric Boat – Quonset Point
- Research, Development and Support for America’s Submarine Fleet - Naval Undersea Warfare Center
Recreational
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Recreational Yachts - Herreshoff Designs