The major U.S.-Flag Great Lakes lines had 56 of their 66 vessels in service on May 1, a decrease of 6 hulls compared to a year ago. The reduction in vessel utilization rates reflects the problems confronting American steel and its suppliers. Uncertainties over the future of LTV and other steelmakers have kept the ELTON HOYT 2ND from sailing this season and put the ADAM E. CORNELIUS into temporary lay-up in early May. Other inactive vessels include the straight-deckers EDWARD L. RYERSON and KINSMAN ENTERPRISE.
The fleet total has been reduced to 66 for the time being as it appears the barge PERE MARQUETTE will not be returning to
service.
Year | Dry-Bulk Carriers | Cement Carriers | Tankers | Total |
2001 | 47 | 5 | 4 | 56 |
2000 | 49 | 6 | 7 | 62 |