A unified trade association gives marine contractors a visible and powerful voice. MCAM actively shapes legislative strategy on permits for shorelines, marina construction, dredging, docks, wharfs, boat hoists, and more.

When permitting becomes complicated or a project enters contested case proceedings, MCAM provides guidance, resources, expert testimony, and industry expertise to move the application forward to construction.

For the first time, Michigan’s marine contractors, dock installers, shoreline builders, permitting agents, engineers, and suppliers speak with one united voice.

MCAM backs reforms that make the permitting process predictable, consistent, and grounded in the law, so the industry and the property owners it serves are treated fairly.

MCAM defends the right of waterfront property owners to improve access, protect their property, and enjoy their investment through a clear and reasonable permitting process.

A resource library built for your business. Members gain access to a growing library of scientific studies, economic data, permitting case histories, legal precedents, and best practices. It is an industry backed bank of intelligence that contractors can use to help their customers pursue contested case relief.

Michigan legislators called on marine contractors to organize. MCAM ensures the industry’s expertise shapes future policy in Lansing.

America’s Maritime Action Plan opens a significant federal investment opportunity. MCAM positions Michigan’s marine contractors to pursue federal maritime funding, infrastructure dollars, and pro industry policy at the national level.

MCAM has been operational from day one. Founding members are immediately part of the work at hand.