June 1 Vessel Report
The major U.S.-Flag Great Lakes carriers had 63 of their 70 vessels in service on June 1, the same as a year ago. Since the survey date, two idled tankers have returned to service and the cement carrier PAUL H. TOWNSEND began its season on June 3. The straight-decker EDWARD L. RYERSON has entered short-term lay-up, but is expected to return to service by month's end. The grain carrier KINSMAN INDEPENDENT has been withdrawn from service until demand warrants its reactivation.
Vessel Utilization Rates
U.S.-Flag Great Lakes Fleet
June 1, 1998
| Year
| Dry-Bulk Carriers
| Cement Carriers
| Tankers
| Totals
|
| 1998
| 53
| 5
| 5
| 63
|
| 1997
| 51
| 7
| 5
| 63
|
