The Michigan Maritime Strategy is a first-of-its-kind 10-year plan to drive economic growth, attract investment, foster innovation, and create good-paying jobs across Michigan’s maritime industry while protecting the Great Lakes. To support its implementation, the Maritime Innovation Grant will fund projects that advance one or more strategic objectives.
Timeline
- Wednesday, April 8, 2026 — Application Opens (available for 30 days)
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Friday, April 10, 2026 (Noon ET) – An informational webinar will be held for this grant. Please register here.
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A recording will be posted on this site for those unable to attend.
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- Friday, May 8, 2026 (at 11:59PM) — Application Deadline
- Monday, June 1, 2026 — Selections and Notifications Made
Agency
Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME)
Eligible Applicants
Applications will be scored across the following categories:
- Eligibility (Pass/Fail)
- Proposed Project (20 Points)
- Project Team & Partners (20 Points)
- Project Cost/ Budget/ Matching Funds (20 Points)
- Alignment with Michigan Maritime Strategy (20 Points)
- Program Evaluation Plan/Metrics (20 Points)
Eligible Projects
This grant will fund projects that advance one or more of the following:
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Support economic development by modernizing maritime infrastructure, improving intermodal transportation connectivity, leveraging manufacturing capability, and supporting supply chain resilience.
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Accelerate the clean energy transition in the maritime sector.
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Invest in maritime research, innovation, education, and workforce development.
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Enhance sustainability, resilience, and revitalization of ports, harbors, and waterfronts.