⛴️Comments Requested on Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel Usage
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.
Learn More🌊Temporary Safety Zone Regulation for Wrightsville Beach, NC
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for certain waters of the Atlantic Ocean near the Wrightsville Beach, NC waterfront. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters during an air show, consisting of civilian and military aircraft flyovers, on October 02, 2025. This rule prohibits persons and vessels from being in the safety zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector North Carolina or a designated representative.
Learn More⚓Corrections to Regulated Navigation Areas in CFR Part 165
The Department of Homeland Security has published necessary corrections to regulatory navigation areas under Title 33 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The changes involve the redesignation of certain sections in the Fourteenth Coast Guard District regulations, ensuring proper alignment in the documentation.
Learn More🚤Temporary Safety Regulation for Tennessee River Rowing Event
The Coast Guard is establishing a special local regulation for certain waters of the Tennessee River. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters near Florence, AL, during a rowing event on September 27, 2025. This regulation prohibits persons and vessels from being in the safety zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Ohio Valley or a designated representative.
Learn More🚢Nomination Solicitation for U.S. Maritime Advisory Committee
DOT solicits nominations for membership to serve on the U.S. Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee (MTSNAC), which is intended to advise the Secretary of Transportation on matters relating to the U.S. maritime transportation system and its seamless integration with other segments of the transportation system.
Learn More🚢Notice on Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel Trade Regulations
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.
Learn More⚓Notice on Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel Coastwise Trade
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.
Learn More⚓Coast Guard's Information Collection Request
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the U.S. Coast Guard intends to submit an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requesting an extension of its approval for the following collection of information: 1625-0001, Report of Marine Casualty & Chemical Testing of Commercial Vessel Personnel; without change. Our ICR describes the information we seek to collect from the public. Before submitting this ICR to OIRA, the Coast Guard is inviting comments as described below.
Learn More🌊Notice of Public Meeting for IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee
The Department of State will hold a public meeting to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's MEPC/ES.2 session. The meeting will address critical agenda items, including the adoption of amendments aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships and other maritime issues. Participants can attend in-person or via teleconference.
Learn More🌊Notice of Public Meeting for IMO A 34 Session Preparation
The Department of State announces a public meeting to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's 34th Assembly session. This meeting, open to the public, will cover key agenda items regarding maritime rules, procedures, and governance affecting global maritime operations. Participants are encouraged to RSVP for attendance.
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