The first permits could be issued as early as April 2.

The city and the company ultimately compromised on a limited, 18-month dockless pilot program; Jump won the first permits.

Both the Netherlands and Belgium wanted to start the work last year when the first permits were issued for dredging work.

The government of President Enrique Pena Nieto in February announced purchases would be authorized this year and the first permits were delivered in April.