Foreign Boat ALOLKOY Wants In on US Passenger Runs
Published Date: 5/14/2026
Notice
Summary
The government is asking for your thoughts on letting a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V ALOLKOY, operate in U.S. coastal waters carrying up to 12 passengers. This could affect U.S. boat builders and businesses that use American-made vessels, so they want to make sure it won’t hurt local jobs or trade. You’ve got until June 15, 2026, to share your opinion—no cost changes yet, just a chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Possible Harm to U.S. Boat Builders
MARAD is asking for comments on whether allowing the foreign-built vessel M/V ALOLKOY to operate in U.S. coastwise trade would have an undue adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. The notice specifically seeks evidence and supporting documentation about any adverse effects. Comments are due June 15, 2026.
Foreign Vessel May Gain Coastwise Access
MARAD received a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V ALOLKOY to engage in U.S. coastwise trade carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. If MARAD determines the use will not adversely affect U.S. builders or coastwise businesses, the vessel could be eligible for a coastwise endorsement.
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