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DEFIANT
DEFIANT is a 2011 tank barge. The Coast Guard has recorded 20 inspections since 2009, most recently in July 2025, along with 47 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded —.
Records from 2009 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 30 July 2025.
- Built
- 2011
- Last inspected
- 30 July 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 47 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Barge class in Maury's sources begin in 1972.
Inspection record
Last inspected
30 July 2025
Deficiencies
47 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
15 calendar years (2009–2025)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
exists, not years in service. What Maury does
not do.
Identity
1231834
1085286
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-1085286
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)264.9 ft × 58.0 ft × 19.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 2,434 / net 1,538
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)264.9 ft × 58.0 ft × 19.0 ft
ITC tonnagegross 2,434 / net 1,538
BuilderSTERLING SHIPYARD · PORT NECHES, TX, UNITED STATES · built 2011
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionUNSPECIFIED
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSAN JUAN, PR
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 27 January 2026 · expires 28 February 2027
Service, as the file records itTank Barge
Hull formbarge (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it1538 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
4734 - Dead Weight, Metric Ton
5846 - Displacement, Metric Ton
2434 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
4734 - Dead Weight, Metric Ton
5846 - Displacement, Metric Ton
2434 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299
Every recorded inspection, 1972 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.
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Inspection history · 20
30 July 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8194350
27 August 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7990337
12 June 2023
COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7701455
27 October 2022
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7585048
1 March 2022
Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Cargo Tank Internal · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7401899
2 September 2021
Administrative Inspection · Periodic Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7303198
19 October 2020
MARPOL Annex I Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7137798
24 February 2020
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6914269
19 November 2019
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6858170
5 November 2019
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6850108
10 April 2019
Bulk Liquid Transfer Monitor
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6659498
29 November 2018
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6589721
6 June 2018
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6435124
27 January 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6078202
11 July 2016
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5937030
2 November 2015
MARPOL Annex I Examination · Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5758020
26 August 2014
COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex I Examination · Internal Structural Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4965743
20 August 2012
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4417087
6 October 2011
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4162116
24 June 2009
Initial Certification · MTSA Verification · Construction Oversight · MARPOL Annex VI Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3901092
Deficiency record · 47
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (cargo)
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
The cargo pumps shall be designed and installed to minimize the danger of sparking. Special care shall be exercised in the design of packing spaces in order to secure ample depth and accessibility of glands. Where cargo pump shafts pierce gas-tight bulkheads, stuffing boxes with readily accessible gas-tight glands shall be provided. Shaft seal between the non-hazardous and hazardous zone was found not being airtight, and connecting bolts incorrectly installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
All marine engineering details, such as boilers, pressure vessels, main and auxiliary machinery, piping, valves, and fittings, must be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the provisions of subchapter F (46 CFR 50.01-10). Exhaust leaks were identified in the exhaust piping in both generators.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 6 September 2024
Resolved
On all tank vessels, the construction or conversion of which is started on or after November 10, 1936, the cargo pumps shall be designed and installed to minimize the danger of sparking. Special care shall be exercised in the design of packing spaces in order to secure ample depth and accessibility of glands. Where cargo pump shafts pierce gastight bulkheads, stuffing boxes with readily accessible gastight glands shall be provided.
Prime mover shaft seal for cargo pump is warped and light can be seen through it. Replace and ensure gas tightness.
46 CFR 32.50-1
17C
12 - Dangerous Goods › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire protection cargo deck area
Issued 6 September 2024
Resolved
This subpart applies to installations in hazardous locations as defined in Articles 500 through 505 of NFPA 70, Clause 6 of IEC 60092-502:1999 or Clause 8 of IEC 61892-7:2019. Electrical junction box on deck near midship mast lights is wasted. Replace in kind to meet hazardous location requirements.
46 CFR 111.105
16C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 6 September 2024
Resolved
The cargo handling equipment shall be maintained by the tank vessel's personnel in accordance with the
regulations in this subchapter. Cargo pump relief valves shall be tested at least once each year to determine that they function satisfactorily at the pressure at which they are set to open. Data plate on cargo pump is unreadable and no document available which proves relief valve is tested annual. Provide pump data and servicing facility report for relief valve.
46 CFR 35.35-70 (b)
16C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 6 September 2024
Resolved
The cargo handling equipment shall be maintained by the tank vessel's personnel in accordance with the
regulations in this subchapter. Cargo pump pressure gauge shall be tested at least once a year for accuracy. Replace or test each gauge on deck.
46 CFR 35.35-70 (c)
16C
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 6 September 2024
Resolved
Exposed hatchways on the freeboard and forecastle decks or on the tops of expansion trunks on Type “A” vessels shall be provided with efficient watertight covers of steel or other equivalent material. Multiple hatches' hinge were wasted. Replace in kind to ensure watertight integrity.
46 CFR 42.15-80 (c)
16C
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 6 September 2024
No resolution recorded
Ensuring that periodic checks are made of every tank barge in the tow for leakage of cargo into the water, voids, or cofferdams and for leakage of water into the tanks, voids, or cofferdams. A small hole was found on the sheer strake starboard side on a D ring weld. Repair prior to next drydock. Temporary repair approved due to location and size.
46 CFr 35.05-15 (b) (iii)
705C - Prior to drydock completion.
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo operation
Issued 27 October 2022
Resolved
Where cargo pump shafts pierce gastight bulkheads, stuffing boxes with readily accessible gastight glands shall be provided. Light could be seen in the gasket.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 27 October 2022
Resolved
All cable for electric power and lighting and associated equipment must be checked for proper insulation resistance to ground and between conductors. The insulation resistance must not be less than that in section 34.2.1 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Electrical cable next to 2 cargo tank insulation was chaffed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 27 October 2022
Resolved
Each ungrounded system must be provided with a suitably sensitive ground detection system located at the respective switchboard which provides continuous indication of circuit status to ground with a provision to momentarily remove the indicating device from the reference ground. Ground lights where not working.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 27 October 2022
Resolved
Each panelboard switching unit must be numbered. (b) Each panelboard must have: (1) A circuit directory cardholder; and (2) A circuit directory that has: (i) The circuit designation of each circuit; (ii) A description of the load of each circuit; and (iii) The rating or setting of the overcurrent protective device for each circuit. Panel board was not properly label.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 October 2022
Resolved
Nonmetallic flexible hose must be in accordance with SAE J1942 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) and may be installed only in vital and nonvital fresh and salt water systems, nonvital pneumatic systems, lube oil and fuel systems, and fluid power systems. Cargo pump fuel house was shafted.
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (cargo)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Cargo tanks in which Grade D or E liquids only are to be transported shall be fitted with gooseneck vent and flame screens. The #1S Cargo tank Pressure/Vacuum Valve was not operational on the vacuum side. 46 CFR 32.55-25(c). 16c
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (cargo)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
No cargo tank ullage holes shall be opened or remain open without flame screens, except under the supervision of the senior members of the crew on duty, unless the tank opened in gas free. Found holes in the flame screens for #1S and #3S cargo tank ullage openings sounding tubes. 46 CFR 35.30-10. 16c
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (cargo)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
No cargo tank hatches, shall be opened or remain open without flame screens, except under the supervision of the senior members of the crew on duty, unless the tank opened in gas free. #3S cargo tank has one securing device (dog) frozen in the un-dogged position. 46 CFR 35.30-10. 16c
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Independent fuel tanks, see subpart 58.50 for specific requirements. The gooseneck vent for the Independent Fuel tank is holed at the top of the turn. 46 CFR 56.50-75(b)(7). 16c
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Each cable installation must meet Section 25 of IEEE-45-2002. The following cable supports were wasted and do not meet the 610 mm (24 inches) support as required by IEEE-45-2002 25.5.
a. Electrical Cable supports for Tankerman Shack
b. Electrical Cable supports for Mid-ship Light Tower
c. Electrical Cable support of Forwarded Light Tower.
(46 CFR 111.60-5(a)). 705(Drydock) c
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Each cable installation must meet Section 25 of IEEE-45-2002 25.7
a. All electrical cable penetrations on the forward side the Office Space, port aft end of the barge, require replacement due to corrosion
b. On top of the office space/machinery room on the aft end of the barge, three of the deck light deck penetrations need replacement due to corrosion
(46 CFR 111.60-5(a)). 705 (drydock) c
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
All exposed and dangerous places such as gears and machinery shall be properly protected with covers and guards or rails in order that the danger of accidents may be minimized. In the Cargo Pump Machinery Room, the guard over the cargo pump drive shaft was removed when the drive shaft was replace and not reinstalled. 46 CFR 32.02-15. 16c
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Each anchor, expose length of chain or cable to be visually inspected before the barge begins each voyage. The top row of wire rope anchor cable had multiple broken wire strands due to excessive corrosion.
46 CFR 32.15-15 (f). 705(drydock) c
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of Fire protection systems
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
The owner, or person-in-charge of a tank vessel must ensure that portable extinguishers are inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10.
a. The two portable fire extinguishers at the Tankerman Shack had excessive corrosion on the cylinders that requires replacement.
b. The portable fire extinguisher on station #2 was missing the sealing wire.
46 CFR 31.10-18. 10c
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo transfer - Tankers
Issued 5 November 2019
Resolved
Cargo pump relief valves shall be tested at least once each year. Cargo pressure gage shall be tested at least once a year for accuracy. The pump relief valve did not activate when the gage pressure showed MAWP of 150 psi. Proper repairs shall be conducted prior to cargo transfer.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 5 November 2019
Resolved
All exposed and dangerous places such as gears and machinery shall be properly protected with covers, guards, or rails. On the prime mover in way of entry/exit of the space there was rotating machinery without a guard.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 5 November 2019
Resolved
The sidelights of vessels of 20 meters or more in length shall be fitted with matte black inboard screens. The screens for the sidelights were rusted and no longer matte black.
06 - Cargo Operations Including Equipment › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo transfer - Tankers
Issued 5 November 2019
Resolved
Remote manual shutdown must be conspicuously marked. Emergency shutdown amidships was not marked.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Oil record book
Issued 5 November 2019
Resolved
Each oil tanker of 150 gross tons and above shall maintain an Oil Record Book Part I. Oil Record Book Part I was not on board for inspection.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › STS Operation Plan and Records of STS Operations
Issued 29 November 2018
Resolved
Oil Tankers subject to this subpart, and each U.S. oil tanker, wherever located, subject to this subpart, must carry onboard an STS Operations Plan that prescribes how that vessel will conduct STS operations. For US oil tankers, the STS Operations plan must be approved by the Commandant or an Authorized Classification Society. The vessel does not have a STS operations plan, approved by Commandant or an Authorized Classification society. Prior to conducting STS operations, provide proof of an STS operations plan, approved by Commandant or an Authorized Classification Society.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Relief Valve
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
Cargo Relief valve shall be tested at least once each year to determine that they function satisfactory at the pressure at which they set to open. Cargo relief valve was unable to be tested, due cargo loading operations. Provide documentation of satisfactory test of relief valve or conduct test in the presence of a Marine Inspector.
Engineering › Compressed Air System (control) › Receiver/Bottle
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
All pressure vessels aboard ships, mobile off shore drilling units, and barges are subject to periodic inspection. Vessel has an air receiver with a volume greater than 5 cubic feet aboard, that is not identified on the barge's COI. Pressure vessel must be removed from the barge or inspected IAW 46 CFR Subchapter F and placed on the vessels COI.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Flame Screens
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
No cargo tank hatches, ullage holes, or butterworth plates shall be opened or shall remain open without flame screens. Multiple ullage opening and sounding tubes flames screens were found bent or damaged unable to fit properly. Repair or renew all damaged ullage opening flame screens.
Communications › Internal Communications System › Portable Radios
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
Portable radio devices used to comply with 33 CFR 155.785(a) of this section during the transfer of flammable or combustible liquids must be intrinsically safe, as defined in 46 CFR 110.15-100(i), and meet Class I, Division I, Group D requirements as defined in 46 CFR 111.80. Inspector found two (02) portable radios being used during cargo operations that did not meet intrinsically safe standards. Provide two compliant radios.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Lighting
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
Red warning signals. During transfer of bulk cargo while fast to a dock, a red signal, electric lantern at night, shall be so placed that it will be visible on all sides. While transferring bulk cargo at anchor, a red flag only shall be displayed. Found light fixture corroded and inoperable and not explosion proof. Renew fixture that meets Class 1 Div 1. Prior to next night time cargo operation.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Lighting
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
Each item of electrical equipment required by this subpart to be explosion-proof under the classification system of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) must be approved as meeting UL 1203 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Each item of electrical equipment required by this subpart to be flameproof must be approved as meeting IEC 60079-1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Remove florescent light, switch and outlet installed within the PIC shack, or renew with new light and accessories meeting the above standard.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Lighting
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
When installed, the metallic armor or sheath must meet the installation requirements of Section 25 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Armored electrical cable sheathing on light tower forward of PIC shack is missing or damaged, and not properly supported to the tower. Renew.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Lighting
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
When installed, the metallic armor or sheath must meet the installation requirements of Section 25 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Armored electrical cable sheathing on bow light tower and not properly supported to the tower. Renew.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
An International Air Pollution Certificate (IAPP) shall be issued to any ship (tank barge) of 400 gross tons and above engage in voyages to ports or offshore terminals under the jurisdiction of other parties. IAPP was found expired. Have either ABS or the USCG issued new IAPP or request to have endorsement placed on COI restricting route "Not on an International Voyage".
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Overspeed Device
Issued 6 June 2018
Resolved
The applicable standards established by ABS Steel Vessel Rules may be used as a standard for testing auxiliary machinery. "ABS Part 4-2-1, 7.3.1. All diesel engines are to be fitted with governors which will prevent engines from exceeding rated speed by more than 15%." Provide technical report attesting to proper operation of the over-speed trip of cargo pump diesel engine.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator
Issued 28 August 2014
Resolved
03: The generator was designed for operation at 40C and must be derated. (46 CFR 31.35-1 and 46 CFR 111.01-13(e)).
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Switchboard
Issued 28 August 2014
Resolved
01: Provide non-conductive matting in front of switchboard. (46 CFR 31.35-1 & 46 CFR 111.30-11)
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Ground Detection
Issued 28 August 2014
Resolved
02: Demonstrate proper operation of ground test detection (46 CFR 31.35-1 & 46 CFR 111.05-21).
Stability › Intact Righting Energy › General
Issued 28 August 2014
Resolved
04: Provide proof that vessel has access to a shore based computerized damage/stability program
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Oil Discharge Placard
Issued 28 August 2014
Resolved
07: Mount onboard the vessel, MARPOL "Discharge of Oil Prohibited" placard (33 CFR 155.450).
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 26 August 2014
Resolved
05: Outfit sidelights with mat black inboard screens (33 CFR 84.09(a)).
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 26 August 2014
Resolved
06: Prove proper operation of masthead lights, anchor lights, and the stern light (33CFR 83.23(a) & 33 CFR 83.30(a)).
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Stiffener
Issued 26 August 2014
Resolved
08: In the #3 void on the port side, crop and renew as original the marked areas in the #4 swash bulkhead counting from forward (46 CFR 32.70-5). NOTE: While originally cleared, the command wanted this deficincy left "open" for the full visibilitly of the future marine inspectors reviewing vessel history.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Emergency Control Systems (tank barges)
Issued 24 June 2009
Resolved
Vessel is missing its emergency control system upon initial certification in Port Arthur, TX. Vessel intends to install system in San Juan, PR after its maiden voyage.
Ownership record
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
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