Inspection history · 23
22 June 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8410162
8 April 2026
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8348399
15 July 2025
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8193621
14 April 2025
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Extension · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8113751
15 November 2024
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8036421
19 January 2024
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7850404
3 October 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7804468
12 June 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7713131
5 May 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7681692
22 March 2023
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7655033
1 March 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7403957
4 November 2021
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7345163
5 May 2021
Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7190256
27 February 2020
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Extension · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6916574
15 November 2019
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6856378
3 October 2019
DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6850368
5 October 2018
DAPI Audit · MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6536863
30 March 2018
Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6381371
9 January 2018
DAPI Audit · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6334791
10 November 2017
Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6304634
1 October 2017
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6281513
17 November 2016
MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6042794
12 September 2016
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6005112
14 - Pollution Prevention › 143 - MARPOL Annex III › Other (MARPOL Annex III)
Issued 22 June 2026
No resolution recorded
Key personnel must complete training in 33CFR101.650(d)(2) by January 12, 2026.
Company does not have a CYSO and all key personnel have not yet completed the training as of this inspection.
33 CFR 101.650(d)(4)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 August 2026 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 4 August 2025
Resolved
Mechanically propelled "S" vessels which are ferry vessels or which carry more than 49 passengers and mechanically propelled "L" vessels shall comply with the provisions of Subchapter F of this chapter.
Nonmetallic flexible hose must have factory-assembled end fittings requiring no further adjustment or field attachable fittings. Hose end fittings must comply with SAE J1475 (incorporated by reference, see § 56.01-2). Field attachable fittings must be installed following the manufacturer's recommended practice. A hydrostatic test of each hose assembly must be conducted in accordance with § 56.97-5.
Attending marine inspector observed the bilge piping connected to the bilge manifold in the engine room with double clamped SAE J 2006 wet exhaust hose. Double clamped hoses are not authorized under Subchapter F. Remove all non-metallic flex hose connected to the bilge piping/manifold in the engine room. Plumb the bilge system in accordance with 46 CFR 56.
46 CFR 182.40-5
46 CFR 56.60-25
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 23 June 2026
Resolution: New bilge manifold installed with hard piping.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 19 January 2024
Resolved
46 CFR 176.804
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 machinery, fuel, and piping systems, including the following:(c) Inspection of all machinery essential to the routine operation of the vessel including generators and cooling systems. Port generator exhaust piping within the steering gear space has 18" crack.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 23 January 2024
Resolution: Verified satisfactory weld repair of cracked exhaust pipe.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 19 January 2024
Resolved
46 CFR 176.802
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 and operation of all watertight closures in the hull, decks, and bulkheads including through hull fittings and sea valves. **STBD engine room emergency escape hatch on main deck is missing 2 dogs**
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 23 January 2024
Resolution: Verified all dogs are installed and functional on hatch.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 January 2024
Resolved
46 CFR 180.30-5(c)
Vessels not limited to daytime operation shall be provided with an approved waterlight. **Floating waterlight was not on board vessel**
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 23 January 2024
Resolution: Verified new floating waterlight mounted and operational.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 19 January 2024
Resolved
46 CFR 175.05-1(b)
Any vessel carrying more than 150 passengers shall
comply with the provisions of this sub-chapter and shall be subject to certain additional requirements as determined by the Officer in Charge, Marine-Inspection. These additional requirements are contained in applicable regulations in Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels), and Subchapter P (Manning).
**Vessel COI authorizes carriage of more than 150 passengers. In accordance with NVIC 1-91, all senior deckhands must be designated in writing by the master and a copy of this designation should be retained onboard the vessel. **Senior deckhand designation not available for inspection by marine inspectors.**
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 23 January 2024
Resolution: Verified operator issued senior designation letter and placed on board the vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 12 June 2023
Resolved
Combustibles insulated from heated surfaces. Internal combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from combustible material.
Port side engine room overhead insulation loose. Reattach loose insulation.
46 CFR 116.405
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 July 2023
Resolved 19 January 2024
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 12 June 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, minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts; and prevent electrical ignition of flammable vapors. Remove or properly terminate wiring in a junction box in way of IWO:
1. aft engine room.
2. water heater within forward center void.
3. voids forward of mid-void.
46 CFR 120.200
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 12 June 2023
Resolved 26 January 2024
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 12 June 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, minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts; and prevent electrical ignition of flammable vapors.
1. 05 electrical receptacles missing covers on main deck. Replace covers.
2. Lightbulbs missing from multiple light fixtures on various places on main deck. Replace bulbs.
46 CFR 120.200
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 12 June 2023
Resolved 19 January 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 12 June 2023
Resolved
The owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of its fire protection equipment, including the following: Inspection of each hand portable fire extinguisher, to check for excessive corrosion and general condition. Portable fire extinguisher at centerline void missing service records/tag since 2021. Provide service records or replace with servicable extinguisher.
46 CFR 118.500
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 June 2023
Resolved 19 January 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 12 June 2023
Resolved
All escape hatches and other emergency exits used as
means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly
legible letters at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high
“EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR”, unless such markings are
deemed unnecessary by the cognizant [name withheld] all all visibility blockage of the engine room emergency exits.
46 CFR 122.606
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 June 2023
Resolved 19 January 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 12 June 2023
Resolved
Prove proper operation for the remote starting of the fire pump located in the engine room utilizing the operating station switch.
46 CFR 118.300
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 12 June 2023
Resolved 19 January 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 12 June 2023
Resolved
Prove proper operations of the starboard fire pump attached to the starboard engine once parts have arrived to return the engine to operations.
46 CFR 118.300
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 12 June 2023
Resolved 19 January 2024
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 March 2023
Resolved
#2 void has electrical cables overhead secured with plastic zip ties. Metal support brackets must be installed at least every 24".
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 March 2023
Resolved 17 April 2023
Resolution: Verified deficiency rectified.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Doc evidence for personnel on passenger ships
Issued 1 March 2022
Resolved
Vessel is restricted to the carriage of not more than one hundred and fifty (150) passengers for hire until a satisfactory MTSA Verification exam is done. Company must also complete satisfactory security drills and a company security exercise with vessel crews as well as show proof of compliance with security training and proficiency for the CSO and VSO.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 March 2022
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 15 November 2019
Resolved
Effect temporary repairs to the vessel's hull just aft of the starboard engine where water is ingressing into the vessel through a corroded pit approximately 1/4" in diameter. Vessel will go to emergency drydock at the earliest opportunity to conduct permanent repairs, but is not to carry passengers after after 22NOV19. Permanent repairs to be conducted to the satisfaction of the attending CG marine inspector.
Temporary repairs will consist of a sandwich doubler with gaskets and bolted through the hull.
Vessel operator will check engine room high level alarms and verify proper operation of bilge pumps before every trip with passengers aboard. Operator will log these checks in the vessels log book. Checks will continue until permanent repairs are made.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 November 2019
Resolved 18 November 2019
Resolution: The area where the hole was found was cut out and an insert was welded in. Dye penetrant testing was performed satisfactorily. Photo of the repair in MISLE.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 October 2018
Resolved
Replace holed fire hose.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Hose replaced.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 October 2018
Resolved
Provide spanner wrenches at fire hydrants.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Wrenches installed.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Power Source
Issued 17 November 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of fire pumps remote operation from operating station.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 December 2016
Resolved 17 November 2016
Resolution: Proper operation demonstrated.
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 17 November 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of emergency lighting.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 December 2016
Resolved 30 November 2016
Resolution: Emergency lighting properly operating.
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 17 November 2016
Resolved
Provide DCS Radio with GPS.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 December 2016
Resolved 30 November 2016
Resolution: DSC radio installed and properly programmed.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 17 November 2016
Resolved
Provide battery at operating station for reserve power supply for communications equipment.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 December 2016
Resolved 30 November 2016
Resolution: Battery installed.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Air Cleaner
Issued 12 September 2016
Resolved
Upon completion of engine swap, conduct sea trials prior to carriage of passengers.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 11 October 2016
Resolution: Conducted examination of engineroom and completed satisfactory sea trials.