Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0698

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

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V DAMA LINDO to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Vessel in Question: - S/V DAMA LINDO (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Purpose of Notice: - Soliciting input on whether use of this foreign-built vessel would negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or U.S. businesses operating U.S.-built vessels in coastwise trade - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being procured - Focus is on regulatory and industry impact, not acquisition of goods or services - No quantities, part numbers, or technical requirements specified

Description

The Secretary of Transportation, represented by MARAD, is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign-built and certain U.S.-built vessels carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received a determination request for the vessel S/V Dama Lindo and is soliciting comments to assess whether its proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments are requested to help evaluate the potential impact on the U.S. maritime industry.

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