FULLA

Towing Vessel · Built 1980s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H)

FULLA is a 1981 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 27 inspections since 1989, most recently in May 2026, along with 12 deficiencies and 4 casualty investigations between 2007 and 2025.

Records from 1989 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 20 May 2026.

Built: 1981
Last inspected: 20 May 2026
Documentation: Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 27
Deficiencies: 12 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date
Casualties: 4 investigations · 2007–2025
Inspected with: 11 other vessels
Also recorded as: 2 other names

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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 20 May 2026

Recorded inspections27

…physical examinations11

…administrative events6

…with no type recorded10

Deficiencies 12 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution

Operational controls None recorded without a removal date

Years with a record 17 calendar years (1989–2026)

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

631883

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WDP8553

193946

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-193946

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)66.4 ft × 24.0 ft × 10.2 ft

Registered tonnagegross 167 / net 113

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderHUDSON SHIPBUILDERS, INC. · PASCAGOULA, MS, UNITED STATES · built 1981

Hull materialSteel

PropulsionDiesel Reduction

Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED

Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED

Hailing portGALVESTON, TX

Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted

DocumentationValid · issued 18 November 2025 · expires 31 October 2026

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 it113 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
167 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton

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27 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 12 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; 11 vessels inspected with it, by name and date; 2 other recorded names, with years; 4 casualty investigations, with date and classification; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port, endorsements, dates. The counts in the summary above are the same counts, and they are free.

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Vessel history report

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Every recorded inspection, 1980 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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Inspected as a tow unit · 11

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.

Inspection history · 27

20 May 2026 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8372530

3 December 2025 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8292215

5 May 2025 COI Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8128579

21 November 2024 Drydock Exam · Damage Survey · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8038116

13 November 2024 Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8034009

18 October 2022 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7579886

3 March 2022 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7404931

11 June 2020 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6973717

26 March 2020 Initial Certification

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6931709

2 November 2019 Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6849809

7 October 2019 TPO Audit

Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6846043

25 August 2017 Administration · Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6251452

9 December 2016 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6080499

6 April 2011 Spot Check (Safety) · MTSA Verification

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3981098

14 April 2010 Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3716618

7 December 2008 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3489839

18 July 2007 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3008025

15 September 2006 MTSA Verification

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2778851

8 September 2006 Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2773136

18 October 2004 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2223429

23 December 2003 Security Plan Review - ASP

Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1984528

27 July 2003 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1895988

30 December 1994 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 117537

24 July 1994 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 153048

15 March 1994 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 18778

20 February 1994 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 24120

28 January 1989 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1348868

Deficiency record · 12

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System (BNWAS)

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

Except as provided in paragraph (d) or (e) of this section, a towing vessel with overnight accommodations and alternating watches (shift work), when pulling, pushing or hauling alongside one or more barges, must have a system to detect when its master or mate (pilot) becomes incapacitated. The pilot house alerter system is not installed and the vessel is more than 65ft in length and pushes barges. Install and test an alerter system to the satisfaction of an attending CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 5 June 2026
Resolution: Third party installed alerter system

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Navigation records

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

The officer in charge of a navigational watch must conduct a navigation assessment for the intended route and operations prior to getting underway. No completed navigation assessments containing the information in 46 CFR 140.635(a)(1-13) could be provided. Prove implementation and documentation to the satisfaction of a CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 5 June 2026
Resolution: Navigation assessments are being completed and account for at change of watch implemented.

04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

The master of a towing vessel must ensure that drills are conducted and instructions are given to ensure that all crewmembers are capable of performing the duties expected of them during emergencies. This includes abandoning the vessel, recovering persons from the water, responding to onboard fires, and flooding or responding to other threats to life, property or the environment. In addition, in accordance with paragraph (b), these drills must, as far as practicable be conducted as if there was an actual emergency. The drills required are only being "discussed" while sitting around a table. Perform appropriate drills to the satisfaction of an attending CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Received objective evidence that drills are being conducted as realistic as possible.

99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

All crewmembers must be provided with health and safety information and training. Ensure training is conducted with all crewmembers to include the topics listed under 46 CFR 140.515(a)(1-9) to the satisfaction of a CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 25 June 2026
Resolution: Crew members have been trained on the health and safety plan as well as other navigation safety training.

99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

Prior to assuming duties related to the safe operation of a towing vessel, each crewmember must receive training (except for credentialed mariners) in the topics listed under 46 CFR 140.645(a)(1-6). Ensure training is completed to the satisfaction of a CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Crew members (non-licensed) have been trained on safe operation of the towing vessel.

99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

Prior to getting underway for the first time on a particular towing vessel, each crewmember must receive a safety orientation AND individuals, who are not crewmembers, on board a towing vessel must receive a safety orientation prior to getting underway or as soon as practicable thereafter. Prove orientations are being conducted to include the items listed under 46 CFR 140.410(b)(1-10) and 46 CFR 140.415(a)-(d).

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Safety orientations for crew and non-crew have been improved.

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. The distribution panel located in the engineroom port side is missing a breaker or blank cover which could cause personal injury via shock. Provide the appropriate breaker or a cover, to the satisfaction of an attending CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 5 June 2026
Resolution: Covers are in place.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

Each towing vessel must perform the applicable tests in Table 143.245(b) of this section. This includes the required alarm points for machinery and auxiliary engines. Prove proper tests have been completed to the satisfaction of a CG marine inspector.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 16 June 2026
Resolution: New alarm system and sensors installed

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

The list of items contained in 46 CFR 140.915 must be recorded in the towing vessel records or official logbook. Provide objective evidence that the items listed in 46 CFR 140.915(a)(1-10) have been met.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Record keeping has been completed.

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Echo sounder

Issued 20 May 2026 Resolved

Except as provided by 164.01(b) each towing vessel must be equipped with an echo depth sounding device unless operating exclusively on Western Rivers. The vessel is currently operating in the southern portion of the Calcasieu River which is not defined as Western Rivers. Install an echo depth sounder to the satisfaction of an attending CG marine inspector.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Echo depth sounder installed and operational.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion

Issued 5 May 2025 Resolved

Overhead in forward portion of the engine room is wasted. Steel plate was placed in the laundry room and the bathroom/shower area. The metal is holed allowing air from the enging room into the spaces. Concerns about exhaust gas and possible fire spread into crew spaces. Crew placed temp patches and will submit proposal for proper repairs.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 June 2025
Resolved 7 August 2025
Resolution: Bad metel was cut out and replaced.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness

Issued 13 November 2024 Resolved

Take vessel to DD to conduct inspection and repair of frame/hull damage prior to operation of comercial service.

Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 November 2024
Resolved 17 April 2025
Resolution: MSU Texas City MI's attended vessel and conducted hull and internal inspections. Oversaw all repairs made to clear 835. All repairs sat.

Casualty record · 4

18 July 2007Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3008025

7 December 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3489839

9 December 2016Significant Marine Casualty · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 injured · activity 6080499

3 December 2025Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8292215

Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Recorded names · 2

TROTTER (2007–2008), CLYDE K BENJAMIN (2016). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

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.