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Description:Even with the significant impacts from a precipitous decline in oil prices resulting in severe cuts to the state’s budget, and disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, Alaska’s maritime sector remains vitally important. While the future of any particular industry remains to be seen in these uncertain times, it is hard to imagine the state’s dependence on maritime activity will decrease, given Alaska’s 34,000 miles of coastline (more than all other states combined), coastal borders on three seas, more inland water than any other state, and annual production of over half the nation’s commercial seafood. In addition, as the Arctic continues to open, there will be more shipping and travel to and from the state. Alaska will continue to need a skilled workforce to fill the maritime jobs that will help reinvigorate, sustain, and grow the state’s economy.
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