#2026-05162Ücret Tarifesi
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The Tariff of Tolls outlines the fees that ships and goods must pay to use the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway. Starting in 2026, the U.S. will update its toll regulations to align with new fees set by Canada, but these changes will only apply to the Canadian side of the Seaway. This affects shipping companies and businesses that transport goods through these waterways.
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Action
Final rule.
Key Changes
- U.S. toll regulations will be updated to reflect Canadian fees starting in 2026.
- Changes will only apply to the Canadian side of the Seaway.
- The tariff affects all commodities and vessels using the Seaway.
Obligations
What this law requires
Shipping companies and vessel operators must pay tolls at the rates set by the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) for transiting U.S.-operated Seaway facilities
The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation must revise its toll regulations to reflect the fees and charges levied by St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) in Canada, effective for the 2026 navigation season
All businesses and shipping entities transporting goods through the St. Lawrence Seaway must comply with the updated toll tariffs applicable on the Canadian side of the Seaway beginning in 2026
The GLS and SLSMC must jointly administer the St. Lawrence Seaway Tariff of Tolls under their international agreement in their respective jurisdictions