Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0666

MARAD Request for Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel M/V SEA WARE in Coastwise Trade

MARAD, part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a waiver request for the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V SEA WARE to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Maritime Administration (MARAD), Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Soliciting input on whether allowing M/V SEA WARE to carry up to twelve passengers for hire would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory notice, not a procurement - No products or services are being requested - Unique Requirement: - Public comment is specifically requested to assess potential impact on U.S. maritime industry - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Maritime Administration, Washington, DC

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on a request for an administrative waiver of the coastwise trade laws for the vessel M/V SEA WARE. The Secretary of Transportation, represented by MARAD, is authorized to determine the coastwise use of foreign-built and certain U.S. built vessels carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. This notice solicits comments to assess whether the proposed use of the vessel would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments are due by June 1, 2026.

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