⛵Proposed Safety Zones for Tall Ships Challenge 2025 in Great Lakes
Safety Zones; Erie, PA; Detroit, MI; Duluth, MN
Summary
The Coast Guard is proposing to establish temporary safety zones around each tall ship visiting the Great Lakes during the Tall Ships Challenge 2025 race series beginning on July 10, 2025 through October 1, 2025. These safety zones will provide for the regulation of vessel traffic in the vicinity of each tall ship in the navigable waters of the United States. The Coast Guard is taking this action to safeguard participants and spectators from the hazards associated with the limited maneuverability of these tall ships and to ensure public safety during tall ships events. We invite your comments on this proposed rulemaking.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- Coast Guard
Business Impact
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The proposed safety zones during the Tall Ships Challenge 2025 create compliance requirements for vessel operators in the Great Lakes region, potentially impacting businesses involved in shipping, tourism, and recreational boating. Compliance with safety regulations could affect operational costs and logistics planning.