USCG Regulations, Rules & Policies
MSIB 08-25 Use of Engine/Shaft Power Limiters in Pilotage Waters
MSIB 08-25 Use of Engine/Shaft Power Limiters in Pilotage Waters February 21, 2025 Return to Alerts Page The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay has observed an increase in vessels entering the Captain of the Port (COTP) Zone with Engine Power Limiters (EPLs) or Shaft Power Limiters (ShaPoLis). Inspections have revealed inconsistencies in their implementation…
Read MoreUSCG Issues Final Rule on Mariner Course Completion Data and Changes to Endorsement Titles
USCG Issues Final Rule on Mariner Course Completion Data and Changes to Endorsement Titles November 25, 2024 Return to Alerts Page DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 46 CFR Parts 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 30, 35, and 39 [Docket No. USCG–2021–0097] RIN 1625–AC75 Electronic Submission of Mariner Course Completion Data AGENCY: Coast Guard,…
Read MoreCoast Guard Issues Directive on Cyber Risk Management for Cranes from China
Coast Guard Issues Directive on Cyber Risk Management for Cranes from China November 19, 2024 Return to Alerts Page DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [Docket No. USCG–2024–0439] Issuance of Maritime Security (MARSEC) Directive 105–5; Cyber Risk Management Actions for Ship-to-Shore Cranes Manufactured by People’s Republic of China Companies AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. ACTION: Notice…
Read MoreNational Maritime Security Advisory Committee announces December 2024 Virtual Meeting
National Maritime Security Advisory Committee announces December 2024 Virtual Meeting November 14, 2024 Return to Alerts Page DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [Docket No. USCG–2024–0886] National Maritime Security Advisory Committee; December 2024 Virtual Meeting AGENCY: U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice of open Federal advisory committee virtual meeting. SUMMARY: The National…
Read MoreMSIB 12-24 Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists
MSIB 12-24 Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists September 27, 2024 Return to Alerts Page This bulletin announces upcoming changes to the Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists as part of the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Center efforts to modernize and improve the accessibility, accuracy, and overall…
Read MoreNMSAC to Meet on August 13, 2024 to Discuss Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System Proposed Rule and Other Topics
NMSAC to Meet on August 13, 2024 to Discuss Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System Proposed Rule and Other Topics Return to Alert Page SUMMARY:Â The National Maritime Security Advisory Committee (Committee) will conduct a series of meetings over two days in conjunction with the 11th Annual Maritime Security West Conference in San Diego, CA to…
Read MoreCoast Guard Seeks Information About the Ballast Water Recordkeeping and Reporting Procedures
Coast Guard Seeks Information About the Ballast Water Recordkeeping and Reporting Procedures Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment :Â USCG_ballast_water_6-24.pdf
Read MoreUSCG Extends the Renewal Grace Period for a Merchant Mariner Credential from One to Six Years
USCG Extends the Renewal Grace Period for a Merchant Mariner Credential from One to Six Years Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment :Â Temporary Admin Grace Period_.pdf
Read MoreCoast Guard Extends Merchant Mariner Credential Renewal Grace Period to Six Years
Coast Guard Extends Merchant Mariner Credential Renewal Grace Period to Six Years Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment :Â Policy_Letter_01-24_Temporary_MMC_Grace_Period.pdf
Read MoreUSCG Seeks to Modernize Merchant Mariner Credential Application Process
USCG Seeks to Modernize Merchant Mariner Credential Application Process Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment :Â Merchant_Mariner_Modernization_March2024.pdf
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