23 Jul 2025

🚢Maritime Administration Notice on Coastwise Trade Vessel Regulations

Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, S/V LOVELY DAY

Summary

The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (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 ?

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The text discusses the determination regarding the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel for U.S. coastwise trade. It addresses potential adverse effects on U.S. vessel builders and coastwise trade businesses, producing a direct regulatory impact that business owners and executives need to be aware of.

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