Federal Register #2026-08450

MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Passenger Vessel S/V KARINA in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public input on the potential impact of allowing the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V KARINA to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice concerns the use of the foreign-built vessel S/V KARINA (carries up to 12 passengers for hire) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - MARAD is requesting comments to determine if the use of S/V KARINA would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels in coastwise trade - The request is made under 46 U.S.C. 12121(b) - No line items, part numbers, or purchase quantities are provided - The only vessel referenced is S/V KARINA - Comments are to be submitted to the Maritime Administration office in Washington, DC

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request for determination regarding the coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V KARINA. The vessel carries no more than twelve passengers for hire. The purpose of the notice is to assess whether the proposed use of this vessel would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are requested to assist in this determination and must be submitted by June 1, 2026.

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