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EMPRESS

EMPRESS is a 2001 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 28 inspections since 2017, most recently in April 2025, along with 101 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded —, 12 operational controls and 2 casualty investigations between 2003 and 2021.

Records from 2003 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 28 April 2025.

Built
2001
Last inspected
28 April 2025
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
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 Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.

Inspection record

Last inspected 28 April 2025
…with no type recorded4
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 9 calendar years (2017–2025)
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

8968284
WDG4191
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-22463

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)80.8 ft × 20.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 77 / net 52
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)80.8 ft × 20.0 ft × 6.0 ft
ITC tonnagegross 173 / net 62
BuilderMID CITY STEEL FABRICATING INC · LA CROSSE, WI, UNITED STATES · built 2001
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSAUSALITO, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 7 July 2026 · expires 31 July 2027
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it173 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
77 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
62 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
52 - 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.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299

Every recorded inspection, 2016 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 · 28

28 April 2025 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8121430
23 April 2025 Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8117224
15 October 2024 Inclining Experiment · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8019767
15 April 2024 Deficiency Check · Inclining Experiment · Deadweight Survey · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7892999
25 June 2023 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7723101
19 April 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7671539
3 April 2023 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7661702
3 April 2023 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7662176
7 March 2022 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7407572
19 January 2022 Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7381718
9 November 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7348380
19 September 2021 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7315967
19 September 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7322665
18 September 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7318894
13 April 2021 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7174731
19 March 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7161300
4 February 2021 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7130401
4 January 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7119495
2 February 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6901057
1 February 2020 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6923421
18 June 2019 Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6716845
25 March 2019 Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6648551
7 February 2019 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6620193
3 October 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6553697
22 June 2018 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6451851
21 June 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6452732
17 March 2017 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6106856
27 February 2017 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6095899

Deficiency record · 101

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 28 April 2025 Resolved
Each buoyant apparatus must have Type II retroreflective material meeting subpart 164.018 of this chapter on each side and end. The material must be in strips at least 50 mm (2 in.) wide extending from top to bottom over the side or end and continuing over the top and bottom surfaces of the apparatus. Retroreflective tape for life floats was found deteriorating, and need replacing. 46 CFR 160.010-4(p)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2025
Resolved 5 May 2025
Resolution: MI satisfied with photo evidence of application of new retroreflective tape on subject life floats.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 28 April 2025 Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. Vessel’s grab line on aft deck life ring was found deteriorated and is a potential sharp hazard. Replace life ring grab line. 46 CFR 176.808(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2025
Resolved 5 May 2025
Resolution: MI satisfied with photo evidence of replacement of life ring including new grab line, to replace subject life ring.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 28 April 2025 Resolved
Twist-on type wire nuts is permitted if:The connections must be made within an enclosure & the insulated cap of the connector must be secured to prevent loosening due to vibration; & Twist-on type connectors may not be used for making joints in cables, facilitating a conductor splice, or extending the length of a circuit. Dead end wires for removed fan on overhead in galley were found exposed and not in an enclosure. Provide enclosure to satisfaction of MI. 46 CFR 183.340(i)
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2025
Resolved 5 May 2025
Resolution: MI satisfied with photo evidence of installation of overhead fan in place where previous one was removed leaving exposed wiring.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 April 2025 Resolved
A vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length must be provided with individual bilge lines and bilge suctions for each watertight compartment, except that the space forward of the collision bulkhead need not be fitted with a bilge suction line when the arrangement of the vessel is such that ordinary leakage may be removed from this compartment by the use of a hand portable bilge pump or other equipment, and such equipment is provided. Vessel has no means of dewatering void space forward of the collision bulkhead. Provide hand portable bilge pump or other means acceptable to Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.510(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2025
Resolved 9 May 2025
Resolution: MI satisfied with photo evidence of installment of hand portable bilge pump on board.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 28 April 2025 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to:(c) Minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Breaker box had an opening/missing breaker creating a potential shock hazard. Remove hazard to satisfaction of MI. 46 CFR 183.200
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2025
Resolved 9 May 2025
Resolution: MI satisfied with photo evidence of blanked off breaker openings.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 28 April 2025 No resolution recorded
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull... Internal structural framing is wasted in several areas where the framing connects to deck and aft bulkhead located at the starboard-aft corner of rudder room near access ladder. There is also bent framing in the corner where the starboard side meets the stern. Crop and renew to satisfaction of Marine Inspector prior to next credit drydock. 46 CFR 177.100
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 23 April 2025 Resolved
An internal structural examination...may be conducted while the vessel is afloat or out of the water and consists of a complete examination of the vessel's main...hull plating. MI Identified wastage resulting in a hole through the overhead on portside of void #2 next to a deck drain piping coming down from weather deck. Hole leads up above into the bottom of a vertical deck rail post next to deck drain. Monitor and further investigate. Notify MI if any repair is intended to be made. Follow-up with MI within 90 days. 46 CFR 176.610(b)
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2025
Resolved 9 March 2026
Resolution: Repairs completed to satisfaction of attending MI.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 19 August 2024 Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford adequate precaution against hazards that might endanger the vessel and the persons being transported. Vessel's current stability letter is invalid. Stability is under review by the Marine Safety Center (MSC) following replacement of original aluminum tanks with plastic tanks. 46 CFR 185.100
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 22 August 2024
Resolution: Vessel provided stability calculations and is allowed to operate with a limited passenger count of 100 pax until issuance of a new stability letter.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each of the following normally unmanned spaces: A machinery space bilge, bilge well, shaft alley bilge, or other spaces subject to flooding from sea water piping within the space. Bilge high level alarm in bow thruster compartment did not create visual or audible alarm. 46 CFR 182.530(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 17 April 2024
Resolution: Installed new bilge alarm. MI witnessed alarm functioning properly with both visual and audible signals.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure, including the inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull. Identified significant corrosion in lazarette and on starboard stern tube. Gauge suspect areas and provide a report to the attending MI. 46 CFR 176.802(a)(1)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 31 May 2024
Resolution: Received gauging reports.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
A space containing diesel machinery must be fitted with at least two ducts to furnish natural or powered supply and exhaust ventilation. The engine room only had one ventilation duct remaining in service. 46 CFR 182.465(c)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 18 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel reopened ventilation ducts on starboard side and provided measurements.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops and exhaust duct discharge openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. The closure device for the ventilation duct was seized. 46 CFR 182.465(h)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Witnessed operation of closure devices.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
The master shall conduct sufficient abandon ship, man overboard, and fire drills and give sufficient instructions to make sure that all crew members are familiar with their duties during such emergencies. No record of drills completed onboard since 2022. 46 CFR 185.520(a) 46 CFR 185.524(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 2 June 2024
Resolution: Vsl rep created log entry for drills.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Each floating waterlight must be approved in accordance with § 161.010 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.110. The waterlight onboard the vessel was not the approved version for ring life buoys. 46 CFR 180.70(d)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Installed approved waterlight
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 8 May 2024
Resolution: Acquired new FCC station license.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Each rescue boat and ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retroreflective material approved in accordance with 46 CFR 164.018 or other standard specified by the Commandant. The retroreflective material on the orange ring life buoy (2nd deck,above stairs) was deteriorated. 46 CFR 185.604(i)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Applied new retroreflective tape on ring life buoy
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets and immersion suits. The life jackets stowed on the main deck do not have markings identifying the number, sizes, and location. The 2nd deck stowage container markings indicate the incorrect number of life jackets stowed inside and are blocked by AV equipment. 46 CFR 185.604(f)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 9 August 2024
Resolution: Verified separation of life jackets
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Identified power strips plugged into one another for speaker equipment on 2nd deck. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Removed power strips
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Identified light hanging in fuel tank compartment with cord wrapped around piping and broken guard on light. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Removed light from fuel tank compartment
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Cleanliness
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Each device must be free of design defects such as rough or sharp edges that may cause bodily injuries or that would allow toxic substances to escape to the interior of the vessel. Investigate sewage tank and identify cause of sewage leak. Extended to drydock for further investigation. Fix prior to next credit drydock. 33 CFR 159.95(a)(1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 April 2025
Resolved 28 April 2025
Resolution: No signs of leakage from sewage tank were found.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for protection against fire. Identified exposed insulation nails in engine room that are a hazard to crew. 46 CFR 177.100
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Covered exposed nails
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date: Charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible; U.S. Coast Pilot or similar publication; Coast Guard Light List; Tide tables; and Current tables. Charts and Navigation Rules book were not up to date. No Coast Pilot [name withheld], Tide tables, or Current tables onboard. 46 CFR 184.420(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Acquired updated navigation publications
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. The first-aid kit did not have all required items and the majority of contents were expired. 46 CFR 184.710
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Acquired new first aid kit
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
The rules concerning shapes shall be complied with by day. No dayshapes onboard vessel. 33 CFR 83.20(d)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 6 May 2024
Resolution: Acquired dayshape
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to test and make available for inspection all items in the ship's outfit, such as navigation lights and equipment which are required to be carried by the regulations in this subchapter, as necessary to determine that they are fit for the service intended. The anchor light was found inoperable and would trip circuit breaker upon activation. 46 CFR 176.816
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 17 April 2024
Resolution: Anchor light operable in presence of attending MI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the owner or managing operator must be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of its fire protection equipment, including the inspection of each portable fire extinguisher. The bracket on the portable extinguisher in the pilot house did not fit around the extinguisher. 46 CFR 176.810 (a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 17 April 2024
Resolution: Bracket secured around extinguisher.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Each vessel must have permanent draft marks at each end of the vessel or have permanent loading marks placed on each side of the vessel forward and aft to indicate the maximum allowable trim and amidships to indicate the maximum allowable draft. Vessel’s draft marks were painted over and are not visible. Fix prior to next credit drydock. 46 CFR 185.602(c)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 April 2025
Resolved 9 August 2024
Resolution: Verified draft marks corrected while hauled out
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. Repairs or alterations that affect the safety of the vessel include replacement, other than replacement in kind, of tanks and alterations affecting stability. Vessel replaced original aluminum water tank with 3 plastic tanks without OCMI approval. Provide specifications of new tanks and details of installation to the attending MI. 46 CFR 176.700(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 April 2024
Resolved 15 November 2024
Resolution: Vessel issued new stability letter
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 15 April 2024 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure, including the inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull. Identified significant wastage on port side of transom and stern tube. Submit repair proposal to satisfaction of MI prior to commencement of work. 46 CFR 176.802(a)(1)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 June 2024
Resolved 9 August 2024
Resolution: Verified steel repair of transom
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 25 June 2023 Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. Damage survey following allision with day marker must be completed prior to carriage of passengers.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 26 June 2023
Resolution: Verified non-structural damage to starboard bow bulwark.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 19 April 2023 Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65 ft in length, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 psi the pump outlet. Fire pump produces a max output of 45 psi. Demonstrate operation of fire pump that meets psi requirements.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2023
Resolved 26 June 2023
Resolution: Verified PSI of 85 during operational test of fire pump.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 19 April 2023 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances, including the following: Inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull. Noted pinhole in recent center lazarette insert located aftermost starboard corner of insert. Temporary repair authorized with permanent repair required within two weeks. Hourly rounds of lazarette required by crew while underway with passengers.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2023
Resolved 10 May 2023
Resolution: Pinhole repaired.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 19 April 2023 Resolved
The name of a vessel must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters and numbers: On each lifefloat. The number of persons capacity must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters and numbers on each life float. Each rescue boat must be marked with Type II retroreflective material approved in accordance with 46 CFR 164.018. Upper port life float had faded vessel name and capacity and wasted retro.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 May 2023
Resolved 11 May 2023
Resolution: Verified proper markings on life float.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
The following spaces must be equipped with a fixed gas fire extinguishing system in compliance with 181.410, or other fixed fire extinguishing system specifically approved by the commandant: A space containing propulsion machinery. Heat rise detector has 3 inch inset and CO2 line connecting heat-rise detector and release mechanism is damaged by chaffing due to metal on metal contact with support / outer pipe. Operator shall provide written report to the extent of damage, condition of the pipe and serviceability of the system. 46 CFR 181.400(a)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Received service report and verified installation of chafing gear.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its COI giving consideration for protection against fire. Engine room missing insulation panels and exposed insulation nails are a hazard to crew. Install overhead insulation. 46 CFR 177.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 April 2023
Resolution: Verified engine room insulation installed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65 feet in length, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of 60 psi at the pump outlet. Pressure at the fire pump was observed at 30 psi and main deck fire station was leaking from the coupling. 46 CFR 181.300(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 April 2023
Resolution: Deficiency partially rectified an amended/reissued in activity #7671539
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford adequate precaution against hazards that might endanger the vessel and the persons being transported. Vessels Buoyant Apparatus week link missing breaking strength identification tag as required in 46 CFR 180.137(b)(2). 02 ring buoys were missing grab lines as required in 46 CFR 180.70(b)(1), 01 waterlight was inoperable as required by 46 CFR 180.70(d), 01 lifeline was missing from the ring buoy 46 CFR 180.70(c). Excessive amounts of combustible materials such as spare fuel oil, used oil, spray paint cans, and household cleaners were observed throughout the vessel not properly stored in a paint or flammable liquid locker as required by 46 CFR 177.405(d). Make repairs to satisfaction of MI. 46 CFR 185.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 April 2023
Resolution: Verified removal of material.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
On a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, a power driven fire pump required by §181.300 of this subchapter may serve as one of the two fixed power bilge pumps required by this subpart, provided Stop valves and check valves are installed in the piping to isolate the systems during simultaneous operation and prevent possible flooding through the bilge system. There are no check valves or stop valves installed in the piping that utilizes the fire pump as a bilge pump. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 182.520(i)(3)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Check valves are installed at the end of each bilge pipe near the pump.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
The owner or managing operator shall submit drawings, sketches, or written specifications describing the details of any proposed alterations to the cognizant [name withheld] alterations must be approved by the OCMI before work is started. The gray water system has been altered to flow directly overboard instead of into the gray water tank as in the original plan. Return the piping to the original condition to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 176.700(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 April 2023
Resolution: Verified correct piping of gray water and updated plan.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Scuppers, inlets and discharges
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Where rigid nonmetallic material (plastic) is permitted for use in piping systems by this section, the following restrictions apply: through hull fittings and shutoff valves must be metallic. In the case of nonmetallic hulls, materials that will afford an equal degree of safety and heat resistivity as that afforded by the hull may be approved. The aft and forward cargo holds have multiple PVC pipe and rubber hose bulkhead and deck penetrations which do not have a metallic through-deck or through-hull fittings. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 182.720(d)(3)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Verified proper installation of fittings.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
The discharge ends of fuel tank vent pipes must be fitted with removable flame screens or flame arresters. The flame screens must consist of a single screen of corrosion resistant wire of at least 30 × 30 mesh. The flame screens or flame arresters must be of such size and design as to prevent reduction in the net cross sectional area of the vent pipe and permit cleaning or renewal of the flame screens or arrester elements. The flame arrestors on the fuel tank vent are corroded have holes in it. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 182.450(e)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 April 2023
Resolution: Verified installation of new flame arrestors on fuel tank vents.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo ports and other similar openings
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
The number of penetrations in a watertight bulkhead must be minimized. A penetration in a watertight bulkhead must be as high and as far inboard in the bulkhead as practicable, and made watertight. Aft steering space and forward cargo space have multiple cable transits that are not watertight. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 179.320(c)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Verified cable transits are sealed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail. Both of the main engines and the forward generator do not have belt guards. Install guards to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 177.960
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Guards have been installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers and crew from electrical hazards originating in electrical equipment. Forward hold high water alarm is improperly mounted and secured by carpenter clamps. Properly secure electrical bilge alarm. 46 CFR 182.530(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Alarm has been secured.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Openings to cargo area, doors, ... scuttles
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
A hatch cover must be attached to the hatch frame or coaming by hinges, captive chains, or other devices of substantial strength to prevent its loss. Aft steering access cover does not have a means to prevent its loss. Secure hatch to the satisfaction of the attending MI. 46 CFR 179.360 (b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 3 May 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Chain has been attached.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Each battery must be located as high above the bilge as practicable, secured to protect against shifting with the roll and pitch of the vessel, and free from exposure to water splash or spray. Main Machinery Room small generator starting battery is not properly mounted. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.350(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Batteries have been mounted.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. The machinery space and cargo space have multiple wires that are improperly supported. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.340(b)(4)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Metal supports have been installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. There are numerous exposed wires and twist on type connectors in the aft steering space. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: All wires have been properly terminated.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Both main engines have exposed terminals. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Terminals have been properly covered.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Working space must be provided around all main distribution panels and switchboards of at least 610 millimeters (24 inches) in front of the switchboard. The space in front of the electrical panels on the upper deck is being utilized as storage. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.330(e)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: All items have been removed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Sea rails, with suitable barriers to prevent accidental movement of cooking pots, must be installed on a cooking range. Galley range does not have suitable sea rails installed. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 184.220(e)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Rails have been installed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
he construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Flexible hose which drains the gray water from the sinks are damaged and not in serviceable condition. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 177.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: New hoses have been installed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. The AC cooling pump assembly is not properly supported or secured. Pump was plugged into vessel outlet. Pump must be hardwired into vessels electrical system and securely mounted. Submit repair proposal to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 177.100
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Pumps were removed as they were not being utilized.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Holds and tanks safety
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Cylinders must always be secured and, when not in use, they must be stowed in a rack in an upright position, with the valve protection cap in place. There are numerous Carbon Dioxide cannisters unsecured in the forward cargo hold. Make secure to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 147.60(b)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: CO2 cannisters were not being used and were removed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. The vessel first-aid kit does not have all required contents and also has expired contents. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 184.710
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Verified new first aid kit onboard.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Verified new FCC safety radiotelephony certificate.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
A bilge suction must be fitted with a suitable strainer. The aft steering bilge suction is currently configured with a plastic strainer. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.510(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Verified installation of metal strainer.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. 04 power strips were observed in the fuel tank space which powered various tools and equipment and lighting. Submit proposal to properly hardwire machinery, equipment, and lighting. Remove excess power strips to the satisfaction of the attending MI prior to credit drydock. 46 CFR 183.200
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Excess power strips were removed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
A vessel is inspected for compliance with the standards of the subchapter. Machinery, equipment and materials not covered in this subchapter maybe inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as a good marine practice. Vessels expansion tank in the main engine space on the starboard side is improperly mounted to plywood with the use of plastic zip ties. Properly mount and secure expansion tank. 46 CFR 175.800
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2023
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Verified installation of permanent mounting of tank.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
When required by the marine inspector, a portion of the inspection must be conducted while the vessel is underway so that the hull and internal structure can be observed. Underway checks were not completed, MOB and fire drills to be completed prior to COI annual endorsement. 46 CFR 176.802(c)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 3 May 2023
Resolved 28 April 2023
Resolution: Completed operational tests and drills.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 3 April 2023 Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination and an internal structural at least once every two years. Vessel has not had drydock examination and has lapsed. Resolve prior to carriage of passengers. 46 CFR 176.600(c)(1)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 April 2023
Resolution: Vessel completed drydock inspection.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in normally unmanned spaces. Vessel's control panel failed to produce a sound for any space's high level alarm actuation.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: Alarm panel and all sensors replaced, tested all alarms for audible and visual, all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
Piping used in a vital system must be composed of ferrous materials. Bilge suction strainer in tank space is made of plastic.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: Suction strainer replcaed with metallic stainer, all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The installation and location must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Portable fire extinguisher near stairwell must be secured/mounted properly to bulkhead.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: Fire extinguisher mounter to bulkhead, all sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
The floating waterlight must be attached around the body of the life float or buoyant apparatus by a 10 mm (3/8 inch) lanyard, resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light. The lanyard has deteriorated and is in need of immediate replacement on 2 of 4 life floats.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: Lanyards renewed, all sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
A vessel on a lakes, bays, and sounds, or rivers route must carry: Three hand red flare distress signals & Three hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.037 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Flares on board vessel are expired and require replacement.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: Distress signals renewed with new signals, all sat.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with a public address system. On a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, the public address system must be a fixed installation and be audible during normal operating conditions throughout the accommodation spaces and all other spaces normally manned by crew members. PA system on board inoperable.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: PA system insatlled, tested in all passengers spaces, all sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, each vessel must comply with the Type II subdivision and damage stability requirements of §§ 171.070 through 171.073 and 171.080 of this chapter if it meets one or more of the following criteria: Is more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length; Carries more than 49 passengers. Vessel has openings between engine room and main deck at the site of main switchboard panels A & B.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: MCT filled IAW type approval, all sat.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 7 March 2022 Resolved
Vessels operated solely within 20 nautical miles of land must be equipped with a VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation meeting the requirements of § 80.1101(c)(2). The vessel did not have the corresponding MMSI number programmed within the radio to ensure proper DSC transmission. 47 CFR 80.905(a)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2022
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: VHF updated with GPS and MMSI input, all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 9 November 2021 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the owner or managing operator must be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of its fire protection equipment, including the following: Inspection of piping, controls, and valves, and the inspection and testing of alarms and ventilation shutdowns, for each fixed gas fire extinguishing system and detection system to determine that the system is in operating condition. Annual service report for the required fixed CO2 engine room fire suppression system's heat activated detectors are inoperable.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 10 November 2021
Resolution: Vessel has sent certification that attests to the proper installation and testing of the heat detectors in the fire detection system.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 19 September 2021 Resolved
Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. The vessel's port engine has significant damage due to overheating and is not capable of operation.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 24 September 2021
Resolved 6 October 2021
Resolution: Port engine repaired and op tested.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Owner must conduct inspections of portable and fixed fire extinguishing systems in accordance with NFPA standards. No proof of equipment servicing for extinguishers or fixed cylinders provide technician report of servicing. (July 12, 2020)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 February 2021
Resolved 22 February 2021
Resolution: Operator provided fire servicing documentation. See documents tab under deficiencies for more information.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Each life float must be fitted with a light. Missing 01 light on life float.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 19 February 2021
Resolution: Received picture of new light (see documents tab under deficiencies)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Each vessel must have one ring buoy fitted with a floating waterlight. 01 buoy has inoperable light.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 19 February 2021
Resolution: Received picture of updated light. (see documents tab under deficiencies)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Access/structure
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
A passenger accommodation space must be maintained to minimize safety hazards. Ceiling hanging down with sharp metal edges on second deck dance floor.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 19 February 2021
Resolution: Obtained picture of intact ceiling. (see documents tab under deficiencies)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Each life jacket must be labeled with vessel’s name. 01 adult life jacket did not have EMPRESS labeled on it.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 19 February 2021
Resolution: Received picture of labeled PFD. (see documents tab under deficiencies)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Each child size life jacket must be stowed separately from adult life jackets. 02 adult PFD’s in child labeled area.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 4 February 2021
Resolved 4 February 2021
Resolution: Relocated adult PFD's to proper storage area designated for adult PFD's.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Complete instructions for a fixed system must be located at or near the pull box where clinders are stored. Instructions not posted.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 1 April 2021
Resolution: Received photo from operator of posted instructions for fixed system.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
A vessel must comply with certificates to be issued by the FCC. Bridge-to-bridge and radiotelephony are expired.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 22 February 2021
Resolution: Verrified new certificate signed by FCC technician through photo. See documents tab under deficiencies for more detail.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
A vessel must carry up-to-date U.S. Coast Pilot, Coast Guard light list, tide tables, and current tables. No publications of the above on board.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 19 February 2021
Resolution: Received picture of all publications printed and onboard. (see documents tab under deficiencies)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
Each survival craft must be secured to the vessel by a painter. 04 life floats had no painter attached.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 4 February 2021
Resolved 4 February 2021
Resolution: Operator attached painter lines to life floats
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 25 March 2019 Resolved
Electrical equipment used in engine rooms must be drip proof. The 24V DC switch box housing for PTO fire/bilge pump (magnetic pickup) is cracked on two sides and needs replacement.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 27 May 2019
Resolved 28 March 2019
Resolution: Received photos of renewed electrical box and relocation to battery charger panel.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 February 2019 Resolved
A dual voltage generator shall be of the grounded type, where the neutral bus shall be connected to the ground. For an alternating current system, ground detection must be provided that meets §111.05-27 in subchapter J of this chapter, which states that grounded neutral and high-impedance grounded neutral alternating current systems must have a suitably sensitive ground detection system which indicates current in the ground connection, is able to withstand the maximum available fault current without damage, and provides continuous indication of circuit status to ground. A provision must be included to compare indications under fault conditions with those under normal conditions. According to original electrical plan, vessel's distribution is ungrounded and vessel's dual voltage generators are not equipped with a ground detection system. Deficiency extended to 07APR2020 due to CG delay in plan review.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 March 2019
Resolved 25 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel distribution is now grounded satisfactorily and dual voltage generators are equipped with newly installed ground detection system. Operational test satisfactory.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 7 February 2019 Resolved
For a fixed gas fire extinguishing system, a distribution line must extend at least 51 millimeters (2 inches) beyond the last orifice and be closed with a cap or plug. In the engine room, the CO2 piping does not extend 2 inches past the starboard side nozzle.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 March 2019
Resolved 28 February 2019
Resolution: 2 inch extension installed on piping.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 February 2019 Resolved
Connections must be made to battery terminals with permanent type connectors. All batteries in the engine room are installed with wing nuts.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 7 February 2019
Resolved 7 February 2019
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 7 February 2019 Resolved
When life floats are stowed in tiers, separate units must be kept apart by spacers. Life floats were stacked, but not separated by spacers.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 7 February 2019
Resolved 7 February 2019
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 3 October 2018 Resolved
NAME: Vsl is broadcasting incorrect Name, MMSI: Vsl is broadcasting invalid MMSI, ZERO LENGTH OR BEAM: no dimension information (AIS Antenna Position ABCD values equals 0)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 May 2021
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Servicing
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
CO2 fire extinguishing system overdue for annual maintenance
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 June 2018
Resolved 22 June 2018
Resolution: Fire extinguishing system was inspected by service technician.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Floating Electric Waterlight
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Batteries in 02 floating water lights have expired batteries.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 June 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Replaced batteries in floating water lights.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Floating Electric Waterlight
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Line for water light is has extensive dry rot.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 June 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Replaced polypropelene line on water light attached to life float.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Aft life buoy has severe dry rot on grab lines.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 June 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Replaced life ring.
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Lifejacket Placard
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Placard for life jackets not posted in conspicuous place.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 June 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Lifejacket placard was placed in conspicuous place for crew and passengers to see.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Hatch Cover
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Steering gear room hatch did not have a securing device.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Attached chain to watertight hatch for the steering gear void.
Documentation › Manuals/Policy Documentation › Emergency Instructions
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Emergency instructions were not posted at the operating station.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 26 July 2018
Resolution: Vessel created emergency instructions and posted them at the operating station.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Coast Guard Light List
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Vessel did not have up to light list.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Placed current Light List onboard.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
07 Battery terminals need permanent connectors.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Removed wing nuts and placed nuts on battery terminal connectors.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › US Coast Pilot
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Vessel needs up to date Coast Pilot.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 27 June 2018
Resolution: Placed current Coast Pilot onboard the vessel.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Vessel needs up to date chart.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 2 July 2018
Resolution: Up to date chart was placed onboard.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 22 June 2018 Resolved
Vessel does not have logs for required trainings.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 11 July 2018
Resolution: Vessel has log onboard for training/drills.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 21 June 2018 Resolved
Complete Annual inspection. 46 CFR 176.500
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 21 June 2018
Resolved 22 June 2018
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 27 February 2017 Resolved
Vessel shall demonstrate dewatering through lazarette space rpior to carrying passengers for hire 46 CFR 182.520
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 27 February 2017
Resolved 28 February 2017
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory dewatering from the bilge pump in the Lazarette.

Casualty record · 2

8 April 2003Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 1770308
19 September 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7322665
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.

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.