Inspection history · 48
30 September 2025
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8244735
3 June 2025
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8151210
27 May 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8145130
15 May 2025
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Extension
Administrative · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8136504
3 September 2024
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7995618
11 December 2023
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7837499
24 August 2023
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7774306
27 May 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7698131
27 May 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7698132
30 June 2022
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7457183
3 May 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7188476
19 April 2021
Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7178070
2 October 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6553290
17 July 2018
DAPI Audit · Administration · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6481994
25 October 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6299820
11 December 2015
DAPI Audit · Administration · MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5780077
19 October 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5747892
22 September 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5727333
12 March 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5083079
16 August 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4968618
15 April 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4837085
2 February 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4793120
29 November 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4761217
11 December 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4500899
25 September 2012
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4455193
5 June 2012
Security Plan Review - ASP · DAPI Audit
Administrative · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4336683
13 December 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4207813
16 August 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4120272
8 December 2009
DAPI Audit · Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification · Administration
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3648501
21 October 2006
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2805158
15 January 2004
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO CHARLESTON · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1985938
18 September 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1680051
30 July 2002
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1654434
12 October 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 23755
12 April 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO CHARLESTON · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 62291
10 May 2000
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO CHARLESTON · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1049371
11 February 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO CHARLESTON · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 184706
21 June 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 38709
3 March 1998
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 774476
30 January 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 161991
17 December 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MIAMI · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 158534
28 August 1996
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO MIAMI · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1247075
23 December 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MIAMI · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 135499
3 August 1993
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 360018
22 October 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 657276
20 October 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 88904
30 August 1988
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 532843
17 February 1988
Type not recorded
No type recorded · COTP PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 494275
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 30 September 2025
Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than 6 months in any 12-month period since the last examination or initial certification must undergo a drydock and internal structural examination at least twice every 5 years, with not more than 36 months between examinations. Vessel was granted 3 month extension to complete dry-dock. Extension letter expired 30SEP2025. Vessel is restricted from Commercial Service until satisfactory Dry-Dock and Internal Structural Exam is completed attesting to satisfactory conditions of Hull and Internal Structures of the vessel. 46 CFR 137.300(a)(1) - 705(c) Prior to Commercial Ops/Credit Drydock
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 3 March 2026
Resolution: Recieved ABS ILLC and drydock report.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 30 September 2025
Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid, as those terms are defined in 46 CFR subpart 30.10, into the machinery space. Port Main engine fuel filter housing valve was observed to have a small leak of diesel. Stbd Main engine fuel supply/return ball valve was observed to have plastic catch basin filled with diesel. 46 CFR 143.220(a)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 2 October 2025
Resolution: Completed def check verified no leaks of fuel oil from areas identified in deficiency.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 30 September 2025
Resolved
To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. Stbd Main settling tank shutoff apparatus’s connection to the valve was found not operational. Repair to satisfaction of MI. 46 CFR 143.260(b)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 2 October 2025
Resolution: vefired operation of re-attached shutoff apparatus for remote fuel shutoff valve.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 30 September 2025
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, or master of a towing vessel must ensure that the vessel's lifesaving and fire suppression and detection equipment complies with the applicable requirements of parts 141 and 142 of this subchapter and is in good working order. Engine room vent closures on the Main Stack was unable to be closed due to lack of maintenance on dogs/closing devices, including one dog/closing device on the aft fresh air engine room suction hatch. Repair to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 2 October 2025
Resolution: Verified vent closures were in proper order through closing and chalk test.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 30 September 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights, shapes, and sound signals in accordance with the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) or 33 CFR part 84 as appropriate to its area of operation. Aft mast yellow tow light on was found extinguished. 46 CFR 140.720
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 2 October 2025
Resolution: Verified aft tow yellow light was operational.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Cleanliness of engine room
Issued 30 June 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards and to ensure the Bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids. Remove all oil from bilge.
46CFR142.220 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 5 July 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Cleanliness of engine room
Issued 30 June 2022
Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. Repair leak on PORT MDE supercharger. 46CFR143.220 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 1 November 2022
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 30 June 2022
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet in volume and over 15 pounds per square inch maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) must be equipped with an indicating pressure gauge (in a readily visible location). Replace pressure vessel gauge with a gauge that can read above its MAWP at least by 10%.
46CFR143.300 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 6 July 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 30 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Install lock out bar on main ships main diesel generators switchboard. 46CFR143.300 (a)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 6 July 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 30 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards,Install breaker blanks in open breaker spaces in breaker panels.
46CFR143.400 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 6 July 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 30 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Provide closing mechanism for bearing circulation pump and water pump panel on STBD quarter side of engine room. 46CFR143.400 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 6 July 2022
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 3 May 2021
Resolved
Onboard a seagoing vessel on an international voyage beyond the boundary line as described in part 7 of this chapter, no person may employ or engage any person to serve, and no person may serve, in a position requiring a person to hold an STCW endorsement unless the person serving holds an appropriate, valid STCW endorsement issued in accordance with part 11 of this subchapter. Designated Duty Engineer filling role of OICEW does not hold valid STCW endorsement.
Action required: 702 - Prior to embarking on international voyage
Due 3 May 2021
Resolved 30 June 2022
Resolution: RIO Ponce completed satisfactory COI exam on 30JUN22. Vessel does not have international route.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Vessels main engine fuel filter on the port side is leaking. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Port ME fuel filter was fixed to satisfaction of OCMI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Vessels steering system is leaking oil from transfer box located in the forward starboard side engine room. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Steering system leak fixed to satisfaction of OCMI.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Bridge alarm panel was not labeled. Reliable means to provide notification to operating station when an emergency exists or essential system develops a problem must be provided.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Alarm panel labeled to the satisfaction of OCMI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Fire detection system must be installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with the manufactures design manual.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: System was tested in accordance with Hiller procedures and certified.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Electrical distribution panel on bridge missing blanks. Distribution panel must be totally enclosed. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Bridge electrical distribution panel had proper blanks installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Piping that exceed 220 degres celsius must be insulated. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Required pipe exceeding 220 degrees celsius had appropriate lagging.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Fire door between galley and fiddley must be self closing. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Galley and fiddley door is now self closing.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Fire door between engine room and passageway must be self closing. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 22 April 2021
Resolution: Engine room and passageway door is now self closing.
Documentation
Issued 28 August 1996
Resolved
PROVIDE FCC OPERATOR'S PERMIT FOR MASTER
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 August 1996
Resolved 28 August 1996
Electrical
Issued 28 August 1996
Resolved
PROVIDE COVERS FOR ENGINEROOM LIGHTS (IN PROCESS).
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 August 1996
Resolved 28 August 1996
Documentation
Issued 28 August 1996
Resolved
POST DIAGRAM OF OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES. PROVIDE MEANS FOR CLOSING SCUPPERSDURING OIL TRANSFER.
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 August 1996
Resolved 28 August 1996