The naval shipbuilding industry faces significant challenges, including workforce shortages and supply chain constraints. Navy Secretary John Phelan emphasized the need for modernization in training and highlighted the role of robotics and automation in alleviating these challenges. He pointed out that enhancing current workforce training will provide workers with necessary tools to improve efficiency. Recent initiatives, including partnerships for automating documentation processes, align with the White House's aim to increase shipbuilding competition and reduce production delays. The Navy's budget includes substantial investments to attract new workers and modernize facilities.
"We need to modernize how we train. I've been to 10 shipyards, and I've had one shipyard tell me how great their training was. I spent one hour with the workers who told me how bad their training was - I realized there's a big problem here. And we need to start equipping them with the tools that they need to get their job done easier."
"A lot of people are afraid of automation and robotics. I think it just enhances and makes the workers' jobs easier. I've seen that at a number of yards. It's not to replace jobs, it's to make [them] more efficient."
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