Foreign M/V Caroline Hopes to Ferry Passengers on US Coasts
Published Date: 4/23/2025
Notice
Summary
The Maritime Administration is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V Caroline, can be used for U.S. coastal trips carrying up to 12 passengers. They want to hear from people who might be affected, like U.S. boat builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels, before making a decision. This is a chance to share your thoughts soon, as it could impact local boat makers and coastal businesses.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Foreign-built M/V Caroline May Affect Boat Builders
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is asking whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V Caroline can be used in U.S. coastwise trade carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. MARAD is soliciting comments to determine whether that proposed use would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders who build similar vessels.
Coastwise Trade Businesses May Be Affected
MARAD is requesting comments on whether allowing the M/V Caroline to operate in coastwise trade (carrying no more than 12 passengers) would adversely affect U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. The agency published this notice so affected businesses can submit information before MARAD makes a determination.
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