Empowering Britain’s maritime-industrial base

Executive summary

• The British maritime-industrial base should be a cornerstone of the national economy, with the sector playing a vital role in national security, international trade and renewable energy development.
• However, this maritime-industrial base faces significant challenges which threaten the sector’s competitiveness and sustainability. Therefore, His Majesty’s (HM) Government should take action to ensure the future of this critical sector.
• Britain should work with industry and educational institutions to develop a long-term plan for the maritime workforce and commit to significant levels of government-driven British shipbuilding.
• HM Government should also establish a Maritime Innovation Hub to target increased government R&D support for the maritime-industrial base.