May 19, 2026

Major Ship Arrival Notification System (SANS) Update

The U.S. Coast Guard is undertaking a significant IT modernization effort for the Ship Arrival Notification System (SANS) used by the Maritime community for Notice of Arrival & Departure (NOAD) submissions required under Title 33 of the Code of Federal Regulations (33 CFR). This will update and enhance how vessel owner/operators submit NOADs prior to U.S. port entry.

May 14, 2026

National Recreational Boating Safety Survey

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is launching the 2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS), which will provide detailed estimates in every state of how many people go boating, what types of boats they use, and how often they go boating. The survey is funded under a grant from the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund administered by the USCG.

Dec. 1, 2025

Monitoring Weather Conditions and Forecasts

The U.S. Coast Guard Office of Operating and Environmental Standards (CG-OES) has released a new Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) which provides vessel owners, operators and crews with guidance on available sources for marine weather information.

Dec. 1, 2025

Safety Orientations Onboard Offshore Supply Vessels

The U.S. Coast Guard Office of Operating and Environmental Standards (CG-OES) has released a new Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) which provides guidance for owners, operators and crews of offshore supply vessels, including liftboats.

Oct. 29, 2025

Commercial Vessel Safety During Lapse in Coast Guard Appropriations

This post outlines the Coast Guard's guidance on commercial vessel safety during a lapse in appropriations, addressing Certificates of Financial Responsibility, Certificates of Documentation, and Merchant Mariner Credentials. It details which operations will continue and which will be limited, and provides specific instructions for vessel owners, operators, and mariners.