Oct. 30, 2023

Policy Letter on Implementation of Fire Safety Interim Rule on Small Passenger Vessels

The Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance (CG-CVC) announces the publication of a new policy letter titled “Covered Small Passenger Vessel” Fire Safety Interim Rule Implementation.

Sept. 29, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions on Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, and Harassment Reporting Requirements

Beginning in April 2023, Coast Guard Officers in Charge, Marine Inspections (OCMI) began a year-long education and outreach campaign to maritime industry personnel on the requirements and preferred mechanisms for an individual or responsible entity to file a report. During these interactions, Coast Guard personnel encountered a series of frequently asked questions, which are provided below.

July 28, 2023

Pilot Cards

IMO Greenhouse Gas Strategy and recent MARPOL Annex VI requirements for EEXI and CII are requiring the shipping industry to makes changes to their vessels.

July 26, 2023

Changes to Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular 02-81

The Coast Guard has published Change 2 to Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 02-81, Coast Guard Inspection Guidance Regarding Integrated and Articulated Tug Barge Combinations.

July 12, 2023

Publication of New Work Instruction: U.S. Flagged Vessels Inspected Under Multiple Subchapter (“Multi-Service”)

The Coast Guard Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance (CVC) announced the publication of CG CVC-WI-032(1), U.S. Flagged Vessels Inspected Under Multiple Subchapter (“Multi-Service”).