Does it seem like finding the right name for your speed boat isn’t easy? When you read other names for speed boats, do they all seem wrong? A good name for a speed boat often reflects its characteristics, evokes a sense of excitement, and is memorable. At the National Documentation Portal, we help the owners…
Renewing the documentation for your vessel is a vital responsibility that ensures you can continue to navigate the seas legally and without interruption. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the process of documented vessel renewal, providing you with all the information you need to keep your maritime adventures afloat. Welcome aboard! Understanding…
Did you come into possession of a vessel that was made outside of the U.S. and you want to use it for passenger operations? Are you looking for a way to comply with the authorities? If so, then the MARAD Waiver may help. We’ve helped many over the years to be able to use their…
Navigating the National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) is a crucial step in ensuring a smooth and efficient vessel documentation journey. As a private agency dedicated to USCG Documentation processing to NVDC, the National Documentation Portal understands the challenges vessel owners face and provides expert guidance. In this article, we will explore how to effectively navigate…
Did you do work on or for someone’s boat and they never paid you what they said they would? Have you felt frustrated and angered, like there’s nothing you can do? It may seem that way, but it’s not the case. There is a way to fight back, to get the owner to pay you…
Perhaps the only thing more beautiful than a body of water in the summer is that same body of water in the winter. Leafless trees, endless skies, and still water: there’s a reason that, for millennia, mankind has made pictures of bodies of water in cold weather. It’s only natural that, if it’s possible for…
At our vessel documentation site, our main concern is, of course, vessel documentation. That said, we want everyone who goes out on the water to be as safe as possible. Safe boating is everyone’s responsibility. That’s true in the summer months, but it may be even more important during the winter months as well. By…
Boat registration renewal is a vital aspect of maintaining compliance and ensuring a hassle-free boating experience. Traditionally, the process of renewing boat registration involved manual paperwork, long wait times, and multiple visits to government offices. However, thanks to technological advancements, boaters now have convenient online options available. The National Documentation Portal offers a streamlined and…
You’ve heard the phrases “port” and “stern,” but do you know where they come from? We designed our National Documentation Portal to provide the kinds of documentation that vessel owners need for the course of owning their vessels, yes, but we also designed our site to serve as a resource. Specifically, it’s a resource that…
As a boat owner, ensuring the proper documentation and compliance of your vessel is essential for smooth operations and peace of mind. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) requires regular renewal of vessel documentation, a process that offers several benefits and advantages. In this article, we’ll explore how USCG vessel renewal through the National Documentation…