The major U.S.-Flag Lakes lines had 62 vessels in service on November 1, a decrease of two hulls compared to a year earlier. The decrease reflects the idling of a cement carrier and a tanker. In the case of the tanker, the lay-up is temporary. The cement carrier is likely done for the season.
Since the survey, the small self-unloader CALCITE II has entered season-ending lay-up (on November 3).
Vessel Utilization Rates
U.S.-Flag Great Lakes Fleet
November 1, 2000
Year | Dry-Bulk Carriers | Cement Carriers | Tankers | Total |
2000 | 52 | 5 | 5 | 62 |
1999 | 52 | 6 | 6 | 64 |