Your boat’s HIN number, or hull identification number is pretty important. It’s much like the VIN, or vehicle identification number for your car, truck, or SUV. The HIN is usually 12 to 14 digits and identifies your boat. Vessels that have been manufactured before 1973 are exempt from having a hull identification number. A prefix…
Do you want to document your vessel but aren’t sure about the best way to do so? Does documentation seem a bit confounding at times? As fellow vessel owners, we’ve been in your shoes. We understand that the thought of “filling out vessel documentation” might evoke memories of taking a challenging math test back in…
This blog was written in the spring when the world seemed to wake up from the winter. The sun is out, it’s actually warm and there’s a sense of possibility in the air. This is the perfect time to be on a boat. Sure, the water might be a little cold (depending on where you…
Spring signifies new beginnings and revitalization, making it the ideal season for boat owners to contemplate a meaningful change – a new name for their vessel. A boat’s name is more than a mere identifier; it encapsulates its essence, telling a story or carrying a significance that resonates with both those on board and onlookers….
Do you know when you have to renew your vessel documentation? Are you finding yourself glancing at your initial paperwork, pondering whether it’s time to renew your US Coast Guard documentation? The ticking clock of deadlines can be a nerve-wracking specter, leaving you wondering if you’ve missed the boat. We don’t believe that vessel owners…
Do you have a small boat that you think might qualify you for a regulation waver? If you are looking for a MARAD waiver, then it is important that you understand exactly what this is, and how it can help you to manage your application forms. Also known as the Maritime Administration of the US,…
If you’re like many of us, you’ve been out on the water at some point just as the sun is setting. Sure, you have plans back on land, you have plenty of things you said you’d do. But… you just want to ride a bit further, to be out on your boat a bit longer….
The US Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Center is where you can find all the information about vessels registered with the USCG. Whether you need a renewal for your own vessel or want to find out more about a boat before you buy it, you can obtain all of the information that you need from this…
Researching vessel records is a vital task for vessel owners and maritime enthusiasts. It allows you to uncover valuable information about a vessel’s history, ownership, and legal status. The Certificate of Documentation Lookup is an essential tool that simplifies the research process by providing access to official vessel records. In this article, we will guide…
United States Coast Guard documentation can provide boat owners tons of benefits. Unfortunately, not all vessels can be documented. The first requirement of USCG documentation is that the boat has to be at least five net tons. Then, the owner of the boat is a US citizen. Thus, if your boat is, say, less than…