Business · 15/01/2026Updated: 10/16/2026 · 1 min read

Seamen's Service Awards; Amendment Replacing Gulf of Mexico With Gulf of America

Summary

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) has amended its regulations governing Seamen's Service Awards, replacing 'Gulf of Mexico' with 'Gulf of America' in accordance with Executive Order 14172.

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