Fincantieri Marinette Marine creates childcare and dependent support program

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. In a move to support its workforce, Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM), Marinette, Wis., is providing eligible employees with a $5,000 tax-free benefit for childcare or dependent family member care in 2025.

Recognizing the burden of rising childcare costs, says the company, FMM employees highlighted this concern in annual surveys. After consulting with the Navy, company leadership decided to implement a program to assist families with dependent care expenses as well. Each eligible family will receive a $5,000 tax-free benefit through a flexible spending account, enhancing their overall benefits package. Go to this link to read the full article published by MarineLog https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/fincantieri-marinette-marine-creates-childcare-and-dependent-support-program/

Photo courtesy MarineLog. FMM CEO Mark Vandroff: “We listened to our employees’ concerns”