It is now possible for USCG vessel owners who need to search a particular vessel by HIN and Official Number to do so via our search USCG Free portal or a the National Vessel Documentation Center’s (USCG DATABASE – NVDC) website. Additionally to the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and Official Number, this new feature enables…
How to Perform a Documented Vessel Search Purchasing a pleasure boat or commercial boat is a big investment for you, and you want to give careful consideration regarding any boat you may like before you move ahead and finalize your deal. Without the proper investigation on your part, you could end up buying a boat…
As a proud owner of a commercial boat, you know how important the USCG number is, not just for your business but also for safety and compliance. It is one of the aspects that will help you comply with the maritime regulations. What exactly can this number do for you as a commercial boat owner? …
When stepping into the bustling springtime boat market, armed with the anticipation of setting sail on azure waters, knowledge is your most valuable asset. For those navigating the pre-owned boat landscape, the Coast Guard Vessel Database becomes an indispensable investigative tool, providing a trove of insights that could mean the difference between a wise investment…
When you want to find out more information about a vessel before you buy, it is standard practice to search for the name of the vessel using the USCG website. There are a few ways in which you can look for more information on the boat, however conducting a Coast Guard documented vessel search by…
Boat owners can do the USCG vessel search through telephone, fax, or mail. The problem is that none of these solutions are quick or convenient! With the help of the marine documentation center, you can now do a USCG vessel search within minutes! By USCG, Vessel Search is a helpful tool for anybody interested in…
There it is – the boat you have always imagined owning. You see the listing on a website with a broker, or in a local listing, and you love the pictures as well as the description of the boat. You make time to go to see the boat for yourself, and it looks perfect in…
Using the USCG vessel search, boaters may determine who owns their vessel. Using the USCG Vessel Lookup, you may find the vessel’s registration number and the contact information for the owner(s). The USCG vessel lookup makes it easy to track down the owner of a boat. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know the boat’s…
Whatever your reason for owning a boat, you have responsibilities before you embark on a waterfront journey. For one, you must ensure that your boat is fully documented or registered. If it is over 5 net tons, then you might want to have it documented. Check the USCG documentation database to know your boat’s documentation…
You can access a public USCG-documented vessel database using our service. But why would you want to use it? And if you use it, what are you trying to look for? What kind of information can you find? Here are the details. USCG Documented Vessel Database and Its Wealth of Information This database contains a…
Are you wondering where you can easily do your vessel documentation search? If so, the Maritime Documentation Center is the ideal place for you. As the vessel owner documented with the United States Coast Guard, you know how critical it is to have your documentation in order. Several pieces of paperwork need to be submitted…
When you are considering buying a new boat or yacht, you need to know as much as possible about the vessel before you hand over any money. In order to ensure that the vessel you are buying is legal in the US, and can be bought without any consequences, you need to perform a documented…
If your vessel is used for commercial purposes and it exceeds the net weight of 5 tons, it needs to be registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). If you use your boat recreationally and it also has 5 net tons or more you can choose to get USCG documented as well. Why would…
We live in an age today where information is vital in nearly every decision we make. Whether we are looking to select a doctor, a restaurant, a wireless phone plan, or buy a new couch, we do research and look at reviews and background to see what the best choice would be. Now think about…
Knowing how to conduct a proper Coast Guard Documentation Search can be a really helpful tool to help you out if you own a pleasure boat, a fishing ship, or a diving vessel. While this information is freely available on the US Coast Guard website, it might be difficult to find what you are looking for.…