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The American Waterways Operators is a national advocate for the U.S. tugboat, towboat, and barge industry.
American Waterways Operators (AWO)
801 North Quincy Street, Suite 500
Arlington, VA, 22203
Tel: (703) 841-9300
Email: info@americanwaterways.com
https://www.americanwaterways.com

The Lake Carriers' Association represents and promotes the common interests of U.S.-flag vessel operators on the Great Lakes.
Lake Carriers' Association (LCA)
25651 Detroit Road, Suite 102
Westlake, OH, 44145
Tel: (440) 333-4444
Email: info@lcaships.com
https://www.lcaships.com

The Maritime Administration is a U.S. Department of Transportation agency that deals with waterborne transportation.
Maritime Administration (MARAD)
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC, 20590-3660
Tel: (202) 366-4000
https://www.maritime.dot.gov

The Passenger Vessel Association is dedicated to promoting the interests and economic well-being of U.S. passenger vessel owners and operators.
Passenger Vessel Association (PVA)
103 Oronoco Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA, 22314-2055
Tel: (800) 807-8360
Tel 2: (703) 518-5005
Email: pvainfo@passengervessel.com
https://www.passengervessel.com

The U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center issues credentials for fully qualified mariners.
U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center (USCG NMC)
100 Forbes Drive
Martinsburg, WV, 25404-0001
Tel: (888) 427-5662
Email: iasknmc@uscg.mil
https://www.dco.uscg.mil/national_maritime_center

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