23 Apr 2025

🚤Notice on Foreign-Built Vessel Use in Coastwise Trade

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

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 notice discusses the use of foreign-built vessels and solicits public comments on potential adverse effects on U.S. vessel builders and coastwise trade, which could significantly influence business operations in the maritime sector.

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