| Year | Dry-Bulk Carriers | Cement Carriers | Tankers | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 50 | 7 | 6 | 63 |
| 1998 | 52 | 5 | 4 | 61 |
The major U.S.-Flag carriers on the Great Lakes had 63 of their 69 vessels in service on May 1, an increase of two hulls compared to a year ago. However, the increase comes in cement carriers and tankers. The dry-bulk carrier segment dedicated to the iron ore, coal and stone trades is actually down by two vessels.
Not currently scheduled to sail this year are the self-unloader JOHN J. BOLAND, the straight-deckers EDWARD L. RYERSON and KINSMAN ENTERPRISE, and the cement carrier E. M. FORD. The latter two ships did not operate in 1998.
| Year | Dry-Bulk Carriers | Cement Carriers | Tankers | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 50 | 7 | 6 | 63 |
| 1998 | 52 | 5 | 4 | 61 |
