Maritime Administration

Article Abstract:

Maritime Administration (MARAD), an agency of the Department of Transportation (DOT) has a mission to improve and strengthen the United States maritime transportation system to meet the economic and security needs of the nation. MARAD also ensures that the United States maintains adequate shipbuilding and repair services, efficient ports, effective intermodal water and land connections, and reserve shipping capacity for use in time of national emergency.

General services, Safety and security measures, United States. Department of Transportation

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Defense, transportation push transition to GPS

Article Abstract:

Two additional Global Positioning System (GPS) signals will be placed on GPS satellites under the 1999 Federal Radionavigation Plan (FRP). The FRP aims to upgrade the radionavigation aids used by watercraft, aircraft and land-based users. Land-based LORAN-C navigation aids, however, will continue to be used in the short-term. The Federal Aviation Agency is seeking $20 million to upgrade the LORAN-C system.

Transportation Programs

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Maritime Administration

Article Abstract:

The mission of the US Maritime Administration (MARAD), an agency of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is to improve and strengthen the US maritime transportation system to meet the economic and security needs of the nation. MARAD is the principal advocate for an integrated waterborne transportation system and federal programs supporting the marine mode within the DOT.

Powers and duties, United States. Maritime Administration, Marine safety

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