We would like to hear from you. Even though the vessel traffic profile is difficult to answer precisely, we can use data from various sources to identify trends. The MSO has done so in compiling this report. Fishing vessel means a vessel that commercially engages in catching, taking, or harvesting of fish. Foreign vessel means a vessel of foreign registry or operated under the authority of a country except the United States.
Passenger vessel means a vessel that carries passengers for hire.
Public vessel means a vessel that is owned or chartered and operated by the United States Government or a government of a foreign country and is not engaged in commercial service. Tankship means a vessel constructed or adapted primarily to carry oil or hazardous material in bulk in the cargo spaces. Trip means a vessel movement. Pier shifts are not included. This report was developed as an aide for the Hawaiian maritime community and the Coast Guard in making risk management decisions.