Federal Register #MARAD20261156

MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Vessel M/V WHITE STAR in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on the proposed use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V WHITE STAR in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Subject Vessel: - M/V WHITE STAR (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Intended to carry no more than twelve passengers for hire in U.S. coastwise trade - Purpose of Notice: - Soliciting public input on whether this operation would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the focus is on the vessel M/V WHITE STAR - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services; this is a request for information and comments - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vessel is foreign-built - Operation is limited to small passenger service (max 12 passengers) - Focus on potential impact to domestic shipbuilding and coastwise trade businesses

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the Department of Transportation is requesting comments on a determination regarding the coastwise use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel, M/V WHITE STAR, which carries no more than twelve passengers for hire. The notice seeks to assess whether the proposed use of the vessel would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are invited to assist in this determination and must be submitted by August 31, 2026. The notice includes instructions for submitting comments and information about the vessel and proposed service.

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