WASHINGTON, Sept. 6 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a proposal to adjust pilotage rates for the Great Lakes system in 2026, aiming to balance commerce needs with service costs. The plan calls for an overall 7% drop in operating expenses compared to the prior year, benefiting shippers while ensuring pilot compensation and safety standards.

Under the proposal, rates would vary by area, from $377 to $966 per pilot hour across six zones. In District One, the St. Lawrence Rive . . .

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