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The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on a request for using a foreign-built passenger vessel, named S/V VELA VIA, in U.S. coastal trade. They need to determine if its use would negatively impact American vessel builders or businesses that use American-built vessels. Comments are welcome until May 23, 2025, and can be submitted via mail or the federal eRulemaking portal. MARAD is responsible for making decisions about foreign and certain U.S.-built vessels through authority granted by the Department of Transportation.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has published a notice to invite comments on the proposed use of the foreign-built vessel M/V Belafonte for U.S. coastwise trade. This trade involves ships carrying no more than 12 passengers. The public is encouraged to submit comments to help determine if the vessel’s use might negatively impact U.S. shipbuilders or businesses that rely on American-made vessels. Details for submitting comments are available, and the deadline is May 23, 2025. The comments will be publicly accessible, although there is an option to submit them confidentially.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is requesting public comments on the use of foreign-built small passenger vessels in U.S. coastwise trade. They have received a request to determine if such usage would negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments must be submitted by May 23, 2025, and can be made online or via mail. The public is encouraged to provide concise comments, and submissions will be available for public view.