# Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1652

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

**Buyer:** Maritime Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation
**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** November 09, 2026
**Identifier:** MARAD-2026-1652

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.

### Description

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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