| Active fleet | Ships | Deadweight tons (000) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanker | 123 | 7,914 |
| Dry bulk | 14 | 579 |
| Containership | 82 | 2,905 |
| Roll-on/roll-off | 27 | 552 |
| Cruise/passenger | 4 | 37 |
| Other | 28 | 689 |
| Total | 278 | 12,676 |
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, U.S. Merchant Marine Data Sheet, as of Apr. 1, 1999.