The MARAD Waiver program of the Maritime Administration is a critical tool for American shipowners and operators, allowing them the operational flexibility and assistance they need to make necessary adjustments to their operations. It is important for shippers who are worried about the effect of this waiver program on the piers they use to keep…
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“What is a USCG-documented vessel?” is a question that we always get here at the Maritime Documentation Center. A boat that has been registered with the United States Coast Guard is referred to as a USCG documented vessel. According to state.gov, a Certificate of Documentation will be issued to a vessel when the owner files…
As a vessel owner in the United States Coast Guard, you may be wondering, “what does coast guard documented vessel mean in 2022?”. When you have Coast Guard papers, you may prove to the public that your boat has been registered with the United States Coast Guard and meets specific requirements. Vessels with this certification…
Did you know that the MDC provides quick lookups of USCG vessels that may be done online? Our objective is to provide information that assists boat owners in complying with maritime legislation more readily available to them. The Marine Department of Conservation (MDC) offers a convenient online USCG vessel lookup that will inform you of…
Shopping for a boat can be an exciting time for you. Just the thought of having a yacht or large recreational vessel that you can share with family and friends gets your blood racing, and you are anxious to go out and find a boat that is ideal for you. Looking at the secondary market…
The weather is getting more beautiful all over the country as spring slowly leads into summer. This means you will need to start thinking about getting your boat to have it ready for your first trek out into the waters for the year. A lot of preparation goes into getting your vessel sea-ready as you…