Sea Services North America
Sea Services North America, a co-op founded by fishermen for fishermen, were selected for its work to address long-standing safety deficiencies in the fishing industry. SSNA has created a scalable pipeline of highly trained fishermen and compliant vessels for offshore wind projects. Through rigorous training programs and vessel upgrades, SSNA has elevated safety standards for over 100 fishermen and 20 vessels across seven states to the highest international levels, benefiting OSW developers and generating over $12 million in income for fishing families
SSNA has expanded the co-op to seven states, including Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Virginia, training over 100 fishermen and upgrading 20 vessels to meet international safety standards (STCW and MISW). The cooperative has fostered collaboration between two historically conflicting industries by prioritizing safety, training, and operational excellence. These efforts have significantly reduced risks for offshore wind developers, contributing to the de-risking of major projects.
