July 1 Vessel Report

On July 1, U.S.-Flag Great Lakes carriers had 66 of their 70 ships and tug/barge units in service. These vessels represent 97.2 percent of available carrying capacity

Vessels yet to see service this season are the straight-decker KINSMAN ENTERPRISE and the small cement carriers S. T. CRAPO and E. M. FORD. The ships could be activated if demand warranted.

The straight-decker J. L. MAUTHE is currently undergoing conversion to a self-unloading tug/barge at Bay Shipbuilding Company in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

Vessel Utilization Rates
U.S.-Flag Great Lakes Fleet
July 1, 1997

Year Dry-Bulk Carriers Cement Carriers Tankers Totals
1997 52 7 7 66
1996 51 7 7 65
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