MARAD Seeks Comments on Foreign-Built Passenger Vessel S/V 6 LINES
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MARAD is reviewing a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V 6 LINES to operate in U.S. coastwise trade, carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. The notice opens a public comment period so MARAD can assess whether the proposed service would harm U.S. vessel builders or businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Passenger vessel operators, shipbuilders, and coastal charter businesses may want to review the request and submit comments by June 22, 2026, especially if they believe the vessel’s proposed use could affect competition or demand for U.S.-built vessels.
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Key Changes
- MARAD is considering a coastwise trade authorization for the foreign-built vessel S/V 6 LINES.
- The review focuses on whether the vessel’s proposed use could harm U.S. vessel builders or U.S.-built vessel operators.
- Public comments are due by June 22, 2026, under docket MARAD-2026-0832.
Obligations
What this law requires
Any party submitting comments on the MARAD determination request must include the agency name and DOT Docket Number MARAD-2026-0832 in the submission.