⛴️Maritime Notice on Foreign-Built Vessels for Coastwise Trade
Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, M/V COASTER
Summary
The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by MARAD, is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign built; certain U.S. built; and U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that solely carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received such a determination request and is publishing this notice to solicit comments to assist with determining whether the proposed use of the vessel set forth in the request would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.- built vessels in those businesses. Information about the requestor's vessel, including a description of the proposed service, is in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Maritime Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
This notice involves the potential use of foreign-built vessels in U.S. coastwise trade, which could affect U.S. vessel builders and businesses using U.S.-built vessels. The request for public comments allows for stakeholder input on economic impacts, indicating significant considerations for compliance and regulatory requirements for businesses in the maritime industry.