Records from 2000 to 2021. Most recent: operational control imposed, 4 May 2021.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)50.0 ft × 15.0 ft × 7.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 44 / net 35
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderPROGRESSIVE INDUSTRIAL · PALMETTO, FL, UNITED STATES · built 2000
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeBox
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portNORFOLK, VA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, Bowaters
DocumentationExpired · issued 30 June 2004
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 it44 - Simplified, Gross Ton
35 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 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.
Inspection history · 10
28 April 2021
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7185021
27 September 2013
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4723998
27 December 2012
Administration · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · USCG East District (dp) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4507219
9 January 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3132049
27 April 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC SEAHAWK (WPB 87323) · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2918955
28 May 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2516089
24 May 2005
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2516030
10 December 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1716831
4 December 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1714751
13 November 2000
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 824927
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
All towing vessels must be operated in a manner that minimizes the risk of down flooding and progressive flooding. Vessel had a hole in forward deck with water intrusion into forward void with approx 3-4" of water in void. In addition, vessel aft hatch was wasted and aft void where steering gear components were located had approx 1-2' of water in void. Vessel was keeping up with water by pumping it overboard.
46 CFR 140.610
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Pumping, piping and discharge arrangements
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be operated in compliance with
Applicable sections of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, including section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended (33 U.S.C. 1321);Applicable sections of the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (33 U.S.C. 1901 et seq.); and Parts 151, 155, and 156, of 33 CFR, as applicable. Vessel had bilge pumps installed in bilge that automatically pumped overboard.
46 CFR 140.655(a)(1)(2)(3)
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 28 April 2021
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. Fuel shut off(s) were inoperable
46 CFR 143.260
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
An exposed hazard such as gears and rotating machinery must be protected by guard or rail. Both main engines missing guards on rotating machinery.
46 CFR 144.820
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists or an essential system develops problems. Vessel does not have high level bilge alarm.
46 CFR 143.230(a)(5)
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Except as provided in paragraph (a)(8) of this section, each towing vessel must have a fire-detection system installed to detect engine room fires. Fire detection system inoperable, displaying trouble alarm.
46 CFR 142.330
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Unless it is determined to be necessary by the cognizant OCMI under §141.225, or a TSMS applicable to the towing vessel, each towing vessel that operates solely on rivers need not carry survival craft if it carries a 406 MHz Cat 1 EPIRB meeting 47 CFR part 80. EPIRB registration expired.
46 CFR 141.305(d)(3)(i)
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Flammable and combustible products must not be stored in machinery spaces unless they are stored in a suitable container that meets the requirements of 142.225 of this subchapter. Flammable and combustible products stowed throughout engine room.
46 CFR 143.220
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards.
Electrical hazards throughout engine room.
46 CFR 143.400(a)
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Means must be provided for stopping each fan in a ventilation system serving machinery spaces and for closing, in case of fire, each doorway, ventilator, and
annular space around funnels and other openings into
such spaces. Vessel had no means to secure natural
ventilation to engine room.
46 CFR 144.605
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
A towing vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts, maps, and nautical publications for the intended voyage. Vessel is not using up to date charts and publications.
46 CFR 140.705
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 28 April 2021
Resolved
Alarms must be visible and audible at each operating
station. No visible or audible alarm for generator at
the operating station.
46 CFR 142.230(b)(1)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Please see narrative which discusses path forward and documents which contain workboat determination