Maritime Transportation Links

Organizations

American Steamship Company

A pioneer in Great Lakes vessel transportation, the American Steamship Company’s Web site includes maps of trade routes on the Great Lakes for iron pellets, eastern coal, western coal, and limestone.

Duluth Seaway Port Authority

The Duluth Seaway Port Authority, created by the Minnesota Legislature, fosters regional maritime and trade development and serves as an advocate for port interests.

Great Lakes Carriers’ Association (LCA)

Lake Carriers’ Association is the trade association representing U.S. vessel operators on the Great Lakes. The LCA compiles statistical information on ships in service and the volume of cargo movement, both in U.S.-Flag “Lakers” and from major Great Lakes ports both in the U.S. and Canada.

Great Lakes Crusing Coalition (GLCC)

GLCC supports passenger ship cruising on the Great Lakes. It is a joint American-Canadian venture involving Great Lakes ports, towns, regions and the St. Lawrence Seaway.

Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute

This new institue funds research dedicated to developing and improving maritime commerce on the Great Lakes. It's been designated as a National Maritime Enhancement Institute by the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration.

Great Lakes Maritime Academy

The Great Lakes Maritime Academy trains people to serve as business professionals and Merchant Marine officers aboard Great Lakes and ocean ships. It is a division of Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) and a partner of Ferris State University.

Maritime Administration (MARAD)

U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration is responsible for promoting the development of a merchant marine sufficient to meet the needs of national defense and the domestic and foreign commerce of the U.S.

Other Maritime Transportation Links

Real-time Vessel Traffic on Lake Superior

View real-time ship data that includes the ship's name, MMSI number, position, speed, course, and heading.

Highway H₂O

Highway H₂O site describes the Great Lakes/seaway effort to get cargo back on the water to relieve congestion, cut air pollution, save fuel, and increase public safety.

Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System

U.S. and Canadian St. Lawrence Seaway System website.

BoatNerd.com

Great Lakes and seaway shipping resources and photos.

Great Lakes Commission

See section on economy and transportation from this binational agency.

Lake Superior Marine Museum Association

Regular information from the Marine Museum and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Duluth, Minnesota.

Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway Map

An interactive map that features many of the businesses connected to Seaway commerce.