Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1652

MARAD Seeks Comments on Proposed Coastwise Use of M/V AK-6447-AX

The U.S. Maritime Administration is seeking public input on proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built vessel M/V AK-6447-AX. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD). - Notice purpose: MARAD is considering a determination request about the proposed use of M/V AK-6447-AX in U.S. coastwise trade; this is not a procurement for products or services. - Vessel: M/V AK-6447-AX, identified as a foreign-built small passenger vessel. No vessel manufacturer, OEM, or vendor is named. - Requested input: Interested parties may explain their interest and submit comments with supporting documentation. - Key consideration: Comments may address potential adverse effects on U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. - Products and services requested: None.

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MARAD is requesting comments on a determination request concerning the proposed coastwise use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V AK-6447-AX. The Secretary of Transportation may determine whether the proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Interested parties may submit comments and supporting documentation about potential adverse effects by November 9, 2026.

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