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General

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201

Foreword

Foreword

The Marine Transportation System (MTS) contributes to U.S. economic growth, enhances U.S. global competitiveness, and supports national security objectives. The MTS consists of an extensive network of waterways, ports, and their intermodal connectors, vessels, vehicles, and...

Chapter One Waterborne Trade and Transportation Services

Chapter One Waterborne Trade and Transportation Services USCG

The U.S. water transportation services industry comprises companies that carry freight or passengers on the open seas, the Great Lakes, or U.S. inland waterways as well as companies that offer...

Table 2 World Fleet that is Seaway Capable, 2001

Table 2 World Fleet that is Seaway Capable, 2001

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Vessel type Number of vessels Gross tons Percent of world fleet vessels Percent of world fleet gross tons Bulk 1,028 2,778,325 15 2 Container 663 3,593,...