Biop Sea Queen: Foreign Flotilla Invades U.S. Waters?
Published Date: 7/28/2025
Notice
Summary
MARAD is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V BIOP SEA QUEEN, can be used for U.S. coastal trips carrying up to 12 passengers. They want to hear from people who think this might hurt U.S. boat builders or businesses before making a decision. If approved, this could change who’s allowed to run these kinds of boats along U.S. shores, so keep an eye out for deadlines to share your thoughts!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Foreign-built 12‑passenger boat review
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is reviewing a request to allow the foreign-built M/V BIOP SEA QUEEN to operate in U.S. coastwise trade carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. MARAD is asking for public comments to decide whether allowing this vessel would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. If approved, it could change who may operate these small passenger boats along U.S. shores.
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