June 4, 2026

Why the Coast Guard Is Modernizing Mariner Credentialing

The U.S. Coast Guard is continuing efforts to modernize the mariner credentialing process through the development of NavitaTM, a new digital platform designed to improve how mariners and maritime stakeholders interact with Coast Guard’s mariner credentialing program. 

Jan. 28, 2026

New Coast Guard portal improves online credentialing services for mariners

The Coast Guard has launched a new, easier-to-use online system that allows mariners to submit and track credential applications faster and more securely.

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.

Sept. 19, 2025

Publication of Coast Guard merchant mariner credentialing policy letters

The Coast Guard has published two new policy letters concerning merchant mariner credentialing.

Sept. 16, 2025

Coast Guard awards contract to support Mariner Credentialing Program modernization

The U.S. Coast Guard awarded a blanket purchase agreement Sept. 12 to Stealth Solutions Inc. to modernize the service’s Mariner Credentialing Program (MCP) information technology system and support revitalization of the maritime workforce and industry.