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  Welcome to the Maritime Administration's (MARAD) 1998 news and information archive. MARAD is responsible for developing & maintaining a merchant marine capable of meeting America's requirements for both commercial trade & national defense. MARAD administers the financial & technical programs to enhance the maritime industry's productivity & competitiveness.

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DOT LogoSecretary Slater Begins Marine Transportation Review (3/20/98)

DOT LogoRemarks by Secretary Slater at the Kick Off Meeting of the Regional Listening Sessions of Waterways Management (3/20/98)

DOT LogoSecretary Slater Meets with Jacksonville Transportation Officials, Presents Award to Florida Ports Council (4/9/98)

Small DOT logoTransportation Secretary Slater Announces $1.1 Billion in Contracts to Keep Ships Ready for National Defense (6/12/98)

DOT LogoStewart Named Superintended of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (6/24/98)

DOT LogoSecretary Slater Praises Congress for Passing Shipping Reform Act (10/2/98)

DOT LogoFederal Agencies Join to Host National Marine Transportation System Conference (11/12/98)

DOT LogoRemarks by Secretary Slater at the National Marine Transportation System Conference; Warrenton, VA (11/17/98)

DOT LogoMaritime Conference Produces vision for Future (11/24/98)

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