Feds Weigh Foreign Tiki Boat for American Waters
Published Date: 9/2/2025
Notice
Summary
MARAD is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V DAY FRIKKI TIKI, can be used for U.S. coastal trips. They want to hear from people who might be affected, like U.S. boat builders and businesses using American-made vessels. This is your chance to speak up before a decision is made, which could impact local jobs and trade.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Foreign Boat May Hurt U.S. Builders
MARAD is asking for public comments on whether allowing the foreign-built M/V DAY FRIKKI TIKI to operate in U.S. coastwise trade would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders. The Secretary’s authority covers vessels that carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. If MARAD approves the request, U.S. boat builders and local jobs in vessel construction could be affected.
Coastwise Businesses May Be Affected
MARAD solicits comments on whether the proposed coastwise use of the M/V DAY FRIKKI TIKI would adversely affect U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. The determination process covers vessels that carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. The outcome could affect businesses that rely on U.S.-built small passenger vessels in their operations.
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