Proper United States Coast Guard boat registration isn’t just about avoiding fines; it’s about ensuring your safety on the water. Mistakes in your documentation can lead to complications in emergencies, delays in receiving assistance, and even invalidate your insurance. Avoid these common errors to ensure smooth sailing and peace of mind: 1. Inaccurate Vessel Information…
With winter just a few days away, do you want to take your vessel out on the water for one last ride? Or, alternatively, do you plan on entertaining family and friends throughout the wintry months on the water? No matter when you take your vessel out on the water, safety is paramount. However, you…
Documentation required by the U.S. Coast Guard is something that you should be familiar with if you own a boat in the United States. Having United States Coast Guard documentation is a fantastic approach to assist in the protection of both your vessel and yourself. Here are three reasons you may want to consider receiving…
The US Coast Guard takes its duty to protect Americans very seriously. Here at the Maritime Documentation Center, we talk often about the international protection provided by United States Coast Guard documentation. However, we also are inspired to share the Coast Guard’s tips for safe boating. One service administered by the Coast Guard is the…
Preparing a boat for the next hurricane season is something that every USCG vessel owner should do. Even if you don’t spend a lot of time on the water regularly, you should still ensure that your boat is in good shape in an emergency. As we are officially in the midst of hurricane season, now…
If you’re in the market for a boat, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Do I need USCG approval for my vessel?” As you may expect, there is no easy solution to this problem. Looking through the documentation that comes with a boat, whether new or old, should be your first step. You don’t require USCG permission…
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,…
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 (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…