Maritime War Risk Insurance

(Title XII, MMA, 1936)
CFDA 20.803 Active Other Financial Assistance
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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$383M FY2026
$383M
FY24
$383M
FY25
$383M
FY26*
* estimated

Funded Projects

Examples of what this program has supported.

FY2025 Provides war risk insurance to U.S.-flag and foreign vessels whenever it appears to the Secretary of Transportation that adequate insurance for waterborne commerce cannot be obtained on reasonable terms and conditions from commercial companies.

Program Objective

To provide war risk insurance to U.S.-flag and foreign vessels whenever it appears to the Secretary of Transportation that adequate insurance for waterborne commerce cannot be obtained on reasonable terms and conditions from commercial companies.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • Unrestricted by Entity Type

All U.S. flag vessels, and certain foreign flag vessels meeting specific criteria as determined by the Maritime Administrator.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Binders issued only to those applicants that qualify.

From 5 to 15 working days.

Program details & compliance

Description

To provide war risk insurance to U.S.-flag and foreign vessels

Mission Categories

Primary: Maritime

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Insurance binders or policies on certain vessels in operation or under construction are provided for nominal cost in times of peace, conflict, and national security purposes.

Required Documentation

Applications, vessel data, unqualified contract of commitment, and other supporting data as required by 46 CFR Part 308.

Reporting & Compliance

Records Retention
30 years

Formula

10 USC 2645

Contacts

Michael Yarrington — Office of Marine Insurance
(202)366-1915
Office of Marine Insurance 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, District of Columbia 20590 United States, Washington, DC 20590
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2025-12-19. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-30 02:37:35.