Coastal & Great Lakes Passenger Transportation
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 483114 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing water transportation of passengers in coastal waters, the Great Lakes System, or deep seas between ports of the United States, Puerto Rico, and United States island possessions and protectorates. Marine transportation establishments using the facilities of the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority Commission are considered to be using the Great Lakes Water Transportation System.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Which code does this activity belong in?
Code 483114 covers establishments providing water passenger transportation in coastal waters, the Great Lakes System, or between U.S. ports and Puerto Rico or United States island possessions. This code is distinct from 483112, which classifies deep sea passenger transportation establishments serving foreign ports. The key boundary is geographic: domestic and regional routes fall under 483114, while voyages to or from foreign ports belong in 483112. Freight operations in the same waters are classified separately in 483113.