Corn Belt Ports Consortium Named U.S. Maritime Center of Excellence
The Corn Belt Ports Rural Logistics & Maritime Training & Education Consortium, which includes Sandburg, has been designated a 2026 Center of Excellence by the U.S. Maritime Administration for domestic maritime workforce training and education.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, September 25, 2026 —
The Corn Belt Ports Rural Logistics & Maritime Training & Education Consortium has been recognized by the U.S. Maritime Administration as a 2026 Center of Excellence. This designation specifically acknowledges the consortium’s contributions to domestic maritime workforce training and education.
The consortium, which includes Sandburg among its members, will carry this designation for the year 2026. The U.S. Maritime Administration’s Centers of Excellence program aims to identify and support institutions that are crucial in developing the skilled workforce needed for the nation’s maritime industry.
This recognition highlights the importance of specialized training programs designed to meet the evolving demands of maritime logistics and operations. The consortium’s efforts are focused on preparing individuals for careers within this vital sector of the U.S. economy.
Details regarding specific training programs offered by the consortium or the exact criteria for the designation were not provided in the initial announcement. The award signifies a commitment to advancing maritime education and fostering a robust domestic maritime workforce for the future.
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