Tag: USCG

After its accreditation for EU MRV services from EU-notified RvA, Indian Register of Shipping has been recommended authorisation as a ‘Recognised Organisation’ to undertake statutory surveys and certification on behalf of US Coast Guard. Another achievement is the authorisation from EU Marine Equipment Directive.

During the US-Canada Coast Guard Summit in Michigan, the two countries signed a 2017 update of the Joint Marine Pollution Contingency Plan, which serves as a coordinated system for planning and responding to harmful substance incidents in the contiguous waters along their shared maritime borders.

A spill of propyl acetate from the commercial container ship "Harbour Bridge" was reported in the Port of Long Beach, on Sunday morning, August 6, according to US Coast Guard.

The US Coast Guard announced that an updated Ballast Water Management Program guidance is available on its public Homeport internet portal. Additionally, a revised Frequently Asked Questions document combines and updates a collection of previous FAQs.

The government of Canada announced a cooperation with US, focusing on the testing and evaluation of design models for the US heavy polar icebreaker acquisition program. The results of this partnership are expected to boost the knowledge and expertise of both countries in icebreaking ship technologies.

The US Coast Guard is investigating a collision between a recreational boat and a commercial passenger vessel, that occurred in late hours of 25 July, off Isla Magueyes, in Lajas, Puerto Rico. So far, 21 passengers from both vessels have been reported with sustained injuries.

The USCG National Maritime Center issued a bulletin, reminding operators that the extension of national endorsements for Merchant Mariner Credentials remains valid until September 30, 2017. As mariners are not authorized to sail on an expired MMC after this date, they are encouraged to apply for renewal as soon as possible.

The United States Coast Guard is reminding owners and operators that CO2 system inspection, testing, and maintenance requires thoughtful planning and risk mitigation efforts to prevent serious safety threats and loss of lives.

Since 2016, more than 70 oil sheens were reported in the water between New Bedford and Fairhaven, for which no one has claimed responsibility, according to US Coast Guard. Patrols are regularly looking for oil in high traffic areas and when discovered, the teams investigate it to determine if the amount is recoverable, and collect a sample.

US Coast Guard informed that July 20th 2017 signifies the entry into force of a portion of Subchapter M, as towing vessels, with keels laid or major conversions on or after July 20, are required to meet 46 CFR Subchapter M and obtain a Certificate of Inspection prior to operating.