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.…
Did you know that you can conduct a USCG vessel lookup through its HIN number or official number? What is the difference between a HIN and an official number? For those unfamiliar with the abbreviation HIN, it stands for (Humanitarian Identification Number). In the United States, a ship’s HIN is its unique identity. The U.S.…
If you own a boat and live in the United States, you are undoubtedly already aware of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the critical role they play in maintaining the safety of our waterways. You may also be mindful of their USCG portal, which gives information on various topics like vessel registration regulations,…
It is essential to ensure that you have all of the required documentation when you are a happy yacht owner. Understanding how to get information from your vessel documentation is necessary for this procedure. The staff at the Maritime Documentation Center has compiled a handbook explaining how to carry out the task mentioned above. Having…
The easiest way to ensure you have all the information you need about your boat is to get an abstract of title from the United States Coast Guard. This document contains a comprehensive history of your vessel, including any liens or other information that may have an impact on its own, as well as other…
The US Coast Guard Bill of Sale is one of the documents that may be used as proof of ownership when getting involved in a boat transaction. On one hand, it will show that a transaction took place between a buyer and a seller. On the other hand, it transfers the ownership of a boat…