Overview

• The $147 million project, supported by President Biden's Investing in America agenda, will house NOAA's Atlantic fleet.
• Designed to be climate-resilient, the center will include a pier for four large vessels and additional support structures.
• NOAA's expansion in Newport is expected to create significant job opportunities and strengthen the region's blue economy.
• The facility, set for completion in 2027, will also serve as a hub for critical environmental studies affecting national security.
• Leaders emphasize the strategic choice of Newport due to its existing naval and academic resources, enhancing NOAA's operational capabilities.