If you have a documented vessel, you need to renew its certificate every year. It’s like having a car. You need to register it annually. When it’s time to renew your certificate of documentation, you’ll get a renewal notice in the mail. The notice will be coming from the US Coast Guard’s National Vessel…
All boats engaged in foreign commerce must comply with the regulations in the International Conventions. And these include the International Labor Organization and International Maritime Organization. The US is a signatory to several Conventions. When your boat has USCG documentation, you may not adhere to the conventions that the US is not part of. When…
Buying a big ship or a yacht can be exciting for you and your family. You can cruise anywhere you want, whether it’s the US water or foreign waters. But as a soon-to-be owner, you need to perform a thorough research about the boat you’re planning to purchase. It’s true that you can opt for…