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ISLAND EXPLORER
- Built
- 1980
- Last inspected
- 10 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 16 recorded · 0 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 Towing Vessel class in Maury's sources begin in 1980.
Inspection record
Last inspected
10 April 2026
…with no type recorded20
Deficiencies
16 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
23 calendar years (1986–2026)
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
619367
8971580
WDN4423
182688
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-182688
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)56.5 ft × 24.1 ft × 8.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 122 / net 83
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderHENRY'S BOAT BUILDERS · MORGAN CITY, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1980
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portEDENTON, NC
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un
DocumentationValid · issued 23 July 2026 · expires 30 June 2027
Service, as the file records itTowing Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it122 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
83 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
83 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net 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.
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Inspected as a tow unit · 10
The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.
BEAUFORT BELLE Towing Vessel · MISLE 131973 · 3 May 2019 · activity 6679693PCS 8 Tank Barge · MISLE 1163899 · 3 May 2019 · activity 6679693ROYAL ENGINEER Towing Vessel · MISLE 88403 · 16 July 2018 · activity 6482260SJ 2620 Freight Barge · MISLE 1367503 · 16 July 2018 · activity 6482260SJ 2605 Freight Barge · MISLE 1268035 · 28 March 2016 · activity 5901386SJ 2604 Freight Barge · MISLE 1268034 · 19 September 2015 · activity 5760381U 796 Freight Barge · MISLE 442790 · 6 August 2015 · activity 5208501SUN STATE NO 6 Freight Barge · MISLE 42623 · 29 August 1998 · activity 110683STC 2806 Tank Barge · MISLE 45798 · 24 September 1993 · activity 140857WTC 130B Tank Barge · MISLE 46133 · 24 September 1993 · activity 140857Inspection history · 42
10 April 2026
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8345756
14 October 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8251785
20 August 2025
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8196459
4 September 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7996780
26 July 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7769860
13 July 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7742636
16 August 2022
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7533933
2 September 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7302506
30 August 2021
Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7300313
11 August 2021
Annual Inspection · Special · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7281680
30 June 2020
Deficiency Check · Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6991148
3 May 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6679693
16 July 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6482260
8 May 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6409075
28 March 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5901386
3 November 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5829847
19 September 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5760381
6 August 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5208501
29 May 2015
DAPI Audit · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5142374
23 March 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5090295
13 December 2012
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4501581
16 November 2012
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4485191
2 March 2012
Administration
Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4274024
14 November 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2820692
2 August 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2448882
14 June 2004
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2101597
16 December 2003
Security Plan Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1970609
11 August 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1880166
15 March 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAVANNAH · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 112938
29 August 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 110683
15 July 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8292
23 June 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 84043
5 June 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 99413
5 June 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 226728
9 January 1997
MARPOL Annex V Examination · MARPOL Annex I Examination · Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1102428
16 August 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 48449
13 July 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 180641
24 January 1996
Uninspected Towing Vessel · MARPOL Annex V Examination · MARPOL Annex I Examination
Physical examination · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1437038
24 September 1993
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 140857
28 September 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2269
26 August 1986
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 311477
11 March 1986
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 307916
Deficiency record · 16
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 16 August 2022
Resolved
Vessel stern light inoperable IAW 46CFR140.720.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 16 August 2022
Resolved
02 Windows in pilot house cracked. Repair IAW 46CFR140.610
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 12 August 2021
Resolved
CONT CG-835V FROM ANNUAL INSPECTION 08/11/2021
Following repair attempt, to the Port side hull plating IVO keel cooler inset. It was noted that the initially discussed weld repair was not feasible due to additional water ingress while preparing for weldment. Vessel REP contacted MI to notify of alternate repairs using schedule 80 pipe over the area to stop water ingress. This is a temporary repair and a permanent repair is required. Submit a repair plan for approval prior to operations and repairs.
All repairs are to be completed to satisfaction of attending Marine Inspector.
46CFR140.605(b)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 11 August 2021
Resolved
Port main battery disconnect has a crack in the housing. IAW 46 CFR 143.400(a).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 11 August 2021
Resolved
Paint/flammable storage locker not properly secured to the vessel. IAW 46CFR142.225(c).
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Closure devices must be provided for deckhouse or hull penetrations, which open to the exterior of the vessel and which may allow water to enter the vessel. These devices must be suitable for the expected route. The following penetrations are not weather-tight as required: Stbd main deck door, Port 01 Deck door, Port wheel house door, fwd hatch and stuffing tube aft of stack. Prove openings / penetrations are weathertight as required.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Breaker panel in laundry room and bridge are missing blanks for empty bay.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. Emergency lighting sources must provide for sufficient illumination under emergency conditions to facilitate egress from each space. Provide phosphorescent adhesive lighting strips at exits from berthing rooms.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Installed electrical power source(s) must be capable of carrying the electrical load of the towing vessel under normal operating conditions. Electrical connections must be suitably installed to prevent them from coming loose through vibration or accidental contact. Battery installation under bridge is not secured and can shift due to movements of the vessel leading to loss of power. Ensure terminals are protected from accidental contact.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Shipboard working arrangements
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
The transfer procedures required by §155.720 must contain, either in the order listed or by use of a cross-reference index page. Provide and implement oil transfer procedures that are ship specific and meeting the requirements of 155.750.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 18 August 2020
Resolved
All owners and operators of an existing towing vessel must have a valid COI prior to the specified phase-in period. This vessel is one of the 50% of the vessels that has not obtained a valid COI. The vessel shall be made available for a Coast Guard COI inspection within 90 days. If an inspection is not completed prior to this date, the action for this deficiency shall be changed to a 60 (Rectify deficiencies prior to movement) and the vessel may no longer be permitted to operate.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 18 August 2020
Resolved
Nothing in this subpart limits the marine inspector from conducting any tests or inspections he or she deems necessary to be assured of the vessel's seaworthiness or fitness for its route and service. Vessel has made repairs and alterations to vessel that must be examined by USCG prior to operations. Additionally any alterations that changes past operational stability history will need to be evaluated.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 26 August 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE A U.S. COAST GUARD APPROVED MARINE SANITATION DEVICE ON BOARD AS REQUIRED BY 33CFR159.7. VESSEL HAS INSTALLED TOILETS WITH PIPING THAT BY-PASSED MSD, AND DISCHARGED RAW SEWAGE DIRECTLY INTO THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE U.S.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 11 March 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE A USCG APPROVED OPERABLE MARINE SANITATION DEVICE ON BOARD AS REQUIRED BY 33CFR159.7(C). VESSELS INSTALLED TOILETS HAD PIPING BY-PASSED MSD, ALLOWING DICHARGE OF RAW SEWAGE DIRECTLY INTO THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES.
Lifesaving
Issued 11 March 1986
Resolved
VESSEL WAS MOORED WITH FOUR POB AND ONLY ONE SERVICEABLE LIFE PRESERVER. REQUIRED THREE ADDITIONAL PFD'S BE PROVIDED.
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
Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.