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Marine Board: Call for Experts

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The Marine Board of the National Academies is seeking nominations for new members to be appointed to 3-year terms that would commence on November 1, 2026.

The Marine Board of the National Academies is an internationally recognized source of expertise on maritime transportation, marine technology and offshore development which provides a forum for independent thought, discourse, assessment and examination of complex maritime technical and policy issues of importance to the nation.  The Marine Board operates as part of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) which is also within the National Academies. Marine Board members are appointed and serve three-year terms without compensation in the national interest. 

The Marine Board will have seven vacancies for which we are seeking qualified candidates.  The Marine Board is seeking specific expertise in the following areas:

  • Port and Terminal Operations
  • Ship Operations and Pilotage
  • Shipbuilding / Naval Architecture
  • Maritime Resilience
  • Navigation Infrastructure and Technology
  • Salvage Operations and Marine Firefighting
  • Maritime Security
  • Military Sealift

If you wish to nominate individuals for consideration, please complete the on-line nomination form on or before July 3, 2026. Contact Scott Brotemarkle at sbrotemarkle@nas.edu with any questions. 

The National Academies value a wide range of perspectives to strengthen the quality of our work. We carefully consider alternative viewpoints when formulating advice, convening experts with differing experience and perspectives, providing oversight, and conducting all other activities, and strive to foster an environment where all can participate fully. We welcome your suggestions for a broad range of experts to work with us.

We invite you to submit your suggestions by July 03, 2026 AT 11:59 PM.

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