Weirdly Named 'S/V Monikeke' Begs for U.S. Trade Entry
Published Date: 4/23/2025
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Summary
The Maritime Administration is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat, the S/V Monikeke, can be used for U.S. coastal trade without hurting American boat builders or businesses. They’re asking for public comments to help decide. If approved, this could change who’s allowed to operate small passenger vessels along U.S. shores, so boat fans and businesses should pay attention soon!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Foreign-built 12‑passenger vessel review
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is asking for public comments on a request to allow the foreign-built sailing vessel S/V Monikeke to engage in U.S. coastwise trade. MARAD may decide whether a vessel that carries no more than twelve passengers for hire can be used, and it will evaluate whether that use would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. If MARAD approves the request, it could change who is allowed to operate small passenger vessels along U.S. shores.
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