The United States, like most countries of the world, depends on international trade to propel its economy and sustain its position as a global power. Given its strategic location, the U.S depends on ships to carry maritime trade with its partners.
About 69% of all goods traded in the United States are transported using waterways, mainly via seagoing cargo vessels. Per Statista, the U.S merchant fleet included 1800 ships in 2022. Globally. The United States operated 2.6% of the world merchant...
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