So, picture this. You are selling your vessel to someone and they request to know more about its registration history and financial standing. Alternatively, you are the one purchasing a used vessel and would like to be sure it doesn’t have any claims, liens, or debts attached to it. Don’t you wish there was a…
Do you have a vessel that isn’t documented that you want to use on American waters? Did you recently come into possession of a foreign-built vessel and you want to see what you can use it for legally? Some folks think that if they have such a vessel, there isn’t much that they can do…
Does it feel like getting onto the Coast Guard boat registration database is more difficult than it should be? Have you gone online to try and register your vessel yet, after you had done so, found that it was just too much trouble? If your vessel is a certain size and you’re going to use…
Did you spend all winter cooped up, waiting for the moment when you could take your boat back out on the water? Has it just been too long since you took your vessel on the rolling waves and under the warm sun? Summer is finally here in North America, and it’s time to get back…
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…
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.…