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Foreign-Built Vessel M/V Cilantro Coastwise Trade Comment Submission

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Summary

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is accepting public comments on a foreign-built vessel identified as the M/V Cilantro and its eligibility for coastwise trade under the Jones Act. The comment period opened on June 25, 2026, and closes on July 25, 2026. This portal allows individuals and organizations to submit feedback on the vessel's coastwise trade request.

What changed

This notice establishes a public comment period for the Maritime Administration to receive feedback on a foreign-built vessel (M/V Cilantro) requesting authorization for coastwise trade. The Jones Act generally requires vessels engaged in coastwise trade between US points to be US-built and US-owned. MARAD is soliciting public input on whether this vessel qualifies for an exemption or waiver.

Affected parties include vessel owners, maritime industry operators, shipping companies, and maritime labor unions who may wish to support or oppose the coastwise trade authorization. Interested stakeholders should monitor the docket for updates and submit substantive comments addressing the vessel's construction, ownership, and compliance with Jones Act requirements before the comment period closes.

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  1. Submit public comments via regulations.gov before the deadline
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Classification

Agency
MARAD
Published
June 25th, 2026
Comment period closes
July 25th, 2026 (100 days)
Instrument
Notice
Legal weight
Non-binding
Stage
Final
Change scope
Minor
Document ID
MARAD-2026-0529
Docket
MARAD-2026-0529

Who this affects

Applies to
Transportation companies Maritime & Shipping firms Importers and exporters
Industry sector
4831 Maritime & Shipping
Activity scope
Maritime trade authorization Vessel documentation Public comment submission
Geographic scope
United States US

Taxonomy

Primary area
Maritime
Operational domain
Regulatory Affairs
Topics
International Trade Transportation

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