What is USCG and Other Pertinent Questions

Have you been researching online what you need for your vessel and found all these comments about the “USCG” but aren’t sure what is USCG? Do you feel like each of the rules for how vessels get documented are a bit hard to follow? Much of what we do at the Maritime Documentation Center is…

A Coast Guard Portal that Opens Up a New World of Freedom

Do you feel obligated to complete your vessel documentation, yet, when the time comes to do so, find that you would rather do just about anything else? Does it seem like whenever you sit down to complete these forms, you just keep putting it off and putting it off until you just give up entirely?…

Understand United States Coast Guard Documentation: Notice of Claim of Lien

Have you been considering filing a “Notice of Claim of Lien” against someone but aren’t entirely sure what that would entail? Does a vessel owner owe you for work that you did but has not paid up? If so, then we can help you with some parts of the process. At the Maritime Documentation Center,…

Things Owners Should Do Before the USCG Inspection

United States Coast Guard (USCG) flagged boats must undergo a mandated examination every two years also known as the USCG inspection. Any vessel used for profit falls under this category, whether a commercial fishing boat, a tow boat, a passenger ship, or anything else. Everything from the ship’s safety gear to its structural soundness is…

What the United States Coast Guard Can Do For You

The United States Coast Guard is a highly adaptable institution. Not only do they keep us safe from marine dangers by patrolling our coastlines, but they also provide various additional services that are useful to ship owners. This article will examine the Coast Guard and the Maritime Documentation Center and their services to businesses and…

United States Coast Guard Cold-Weather Boating Tips

Can you sail in the winter? The United States Coast Guard has provided some winter-safe boating guidelines. Always dress for the weather, insulate your ship, and measure the ice thickness before setting off. If you remember these safety tips, you may have a great time boating in the winter without worrying about getting in trouble.…