Summer is already here and many people are already leaving home in search of refreshing themselves. Some of those people are lucky enough to, on the weekends, get their vessels and sail to a river or sea depending on where they live. Others are even luckier and have already left in search of some weeks…
There are many facets to the U.S. government, and each department and service has different roles and responsibilities. The military is no different, and the various branches of the military operate both as a unit and independently. While most people may hear about the military and immediately think of the services like the Army, Navy,…
As the owner of a USCG vessel, it is your responsibility to ensure that your vessel is properly registered with the Coast Guard. But what does it take to be in the coast guard? We will go through what registration comprises and how to register your yacht with the appropriate authorities. It is also important…
What does a Merchant Mariner Credential allow operators to do? Lawfully operating any commercial vessel more than 21 feet long requires a Merchant Mariner Credential. To prove their mastery of the essentials of running a commercial ship on the high seas, operators must take and pass a series of written and practical examinations developed by the…
Spring is finally here. After a seemingly endless winter, the weather is warm, the water is getting there, and the sun is bright. This is the perfect time to take your boat out on the water with family friends. If it isn’t the perfect time to do so where you are, then it’s the perfect…
A USCG documentation is a requirement for vessels that engaged in certain trades. It can also serve as a proof of ship nationality. Plus, it enables the ship to be subject to Preferred Mortgages. However, the USCG does not provide certification to any ship. It requires the boat to be at least five net tons to…
Changing the boat name and hailing port is a cinch when you know where to go. If you own a boat, there’s a high chance you’ve thought of renaming it or altering the port from where it is hailed at least once. Then again, maybe you’ve already done it. Congratulations, if that’s the case since…
Believe it or not, purchasing a new boat is a big step for the vast majority of the world’s population. The thing is, as we learned in Spiderman, that “with a great power, comes a great responsibility”, or, in other words, when you buy a vessel (power) you need to comply with the appropriate paperwork…
The benefits of documenting a vessel are many, although it may seem like an arduous task. It can be simplified with the help of vessel documentation services. If you are a new owner of a boat, you may be wondering if you have to document your vessel with the federal government. But first, read on to…
If you are taking your first steps in the boating industry and its perks, it would probably be a good idea for you to understand everything surrounding the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Documentation. In the words of Merriam-Webster, the USCG is a branch of the US Armed Forces and an agency within the Department of…
It goes without saying that when you are looking to sell your boat, a lot of paperwork will be involved. Selling can take some time, and it often entails getting the boat in the best condition possible and making sure you have everything in order before you can close a deal. Beyond creating a bill…
It is essential to have a thorough understanding of the procedures for recreational vessel registration in the United States if you own a boat there. This article will overview the fundamentals of registering your vessel and suggest making the procedure as straightforward and uncomplicated as possible. Therefore, whether you are a new boat owner or…
Are you wondering the steps you need to take if your vessel was built abroad and you want to use it for commercial purposes? Then this might be the right article for you. We will explain to you everything you need to know about the Marad waiver. Let us now show you “the 5W”. What…
Any owner of a vessel registered with the USCG should invest in a vessel documentation search. The USCG provides the boats that serve as the industry’s fulcrum. Unfortunately, this indicates a lot of rivalry between these boats and their cargo. You may be confident that your vessel has not been engaged in any criminal activity…
When you own a boat, it is critical to ensure all the required documentation is in place. This comes with an abstract of title, which demonstrates that you are the legitimate owner of the vessel and gives you ownership rights. An abstract of title is a legal document that details the previous owners of a…