Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1389

Request for Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel M/V MIDLIFE CRISIS in U.S. Coastwise Trade

MARAD, part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on the potential coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V MIDLIFE CRISIS. - Government Buyer: - Maritime Administration (MARAD), Department of Transportation - Vessel Details: - M/V MIDLIFE CRISIS (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Authorized to carry up to twelve passengers for hire - Request Details: - MARAD is evaluating whether the vessel's use in U.S. coastwise trade would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels - Soliciting input from industry stakeholders and interested parties - No specific OEMs, vendors, or additional products/services are mentioned beyond the vessel itself - Unique Requirement: - Determination focuses on impact to U.S. shipbuilding and coastwise trade businesses

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request for determination regarding the coastwise use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel named M/V MIDLIFE CRISIS. The vessel is authorized to carry 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 due by October 5, 2026.

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