Use of Foreign-Flag Anchor Handling Vessels in the Beaufort Sea or Chukchi Sea Adjacent to Alaska

Summary

The Maritime Administration is considering the use of foreign-flag anchor handling vessels in the Beaufort Sea or Chukchi Sea adjacent to Alaska, following a request from the Maritime Administration. If suitable U.S.-flag vessels are not available, the agency may grant a determination allowing for the conditional use of foreign-flag vessels for a limited time.