Investing In America’s Waterfront Communities: A Key to Growing the U.S. Navy

The Toll of Long Commutes and Parking Woes on Waterfront Stakeholders

Long commutes and the daily fight for parking takes a toll on waterfront stakeholders. Many U.S. sailors and naval shipbuilders are leaving their service or shipyard due to the challenges they face in their daily lives. The lack of well-planned, modern neighborhoods near shipbuilding centers is one of the main reasons why early-career waterfront workers choose to leave the industry. These workers endure long workdays and even longer commutes to and from the coast or base, which can be isolating and exhausting. The toll is not only felt by individuals but also has negative implications for the organizations and industries they work for.