Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0530

Public Comment Request: Use of Foreign-Built Vessel M/V PIPE DREAM in U.S. Coastwise Trade

This opportunity concerns a request for public comments on the use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V PIPE DREAM in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Department of Transportation - Subject Vessel: - M/V PIPE DREAM (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Intended for carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire in U.S. coastwise trade - Purpose of Notice: - MARAD seeks input on whether allowing this vessel would negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels - No procurement of products or services; this is an information-gathering request - Unique Requirements: - Focus on regulatory determination regarding foreign-built vessel use in U.S. trade - Public comments are solicited to inform the decision - No OEMs, vendors, or specific products/services are identified in this notice - Additional details about the vessel and its proposed service are available in the public docket

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel, M/V PIPE DREAM, in the United States coastwise trade. The vessel carries no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD is authorized to determine if such use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are requested to assist in this determination, with details about the vessel and proposed service available in the docket.

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