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Title Maritime Administration Study Finds Great Lake Shipping Showing Signs of Recovery
Date Posted 2/25/2013
URL http://www.marad.dot.gov/news_room_landing_page/news_releases_summary/news_release/MARAD_02-13.htm
Description The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has released findings from a recent study indicating that maritime shipping in the Great Lakes region is showing signs of recovery following the 2009 lows. This study provides insight into the numerous components of maritime shipping in the Great Lakes region, including vessels, ports, shipyards, cargo markets, regulations, and planning. Further, authors of this study identified strategies to improve shipping operations in the region.

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