Have you been wondering what is a documented vessel? Are you unsure about whether or not it’s the right idea to document yours? These are understandable questions. Everything that you have to do to get ready for purchasing a boat (the research, the money, etc.) doesn’t exactly prepare you for the documentation part of it.…
Buying a second-hand vessel is the most cost-effective way of saving money when you are investing in sailing vessels. If you are negotiating with a seller to purchase their vessel, you should know that you will need to have a documented vessel bill of sale from them so that you can register the vessel in…
A hailing port is a location designated by the United States Coast Guard for boats greater than 65 feet to check in before moving throughout the waters of the United States. Even though the boat’s proprietor (also known as the boat’s captain) must regularly report to a specified calling point, they are not confined to…
It is never too late to make sure everything is ready before setting sail. Yes, we know it, summer is already here. That is the reason why this might be your last chance to secure all of your ship documentation in place and avoid the possibility of having to pay a costly fine to the…
Your boat must claim a hailing port for several reasons. It allows for communication with other vessels, as well as the United States Coast Guard. It might also be the place where you store your boat when it’s not on the water. You can choose any hailing port you want, but understanding the purpose of…
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…