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CAPT. JOSEPH E PEARCE
CAPT. JOSEPH E PEARCE is a 1991 offshore supply vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 20 inspections since 2016, most recently in May 2026, along with 43 deficiencies, 1 operational control and 1 casualty investigation in 2023.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 29 May 2026.
- Built
- 1991
- Last inspected
- 29 May 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 43 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2023
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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 Offshore class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
29 May 2026
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
43 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
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
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Identity
978869
9040326
WDL9411
366999
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-366999
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)129.0 ft × 36.0 ft × 11.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 97 / net 68
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)129.0 ft × 36.0 ft × 11.5 ft
ITC tonnagegross 418 / net 125
BuilderSERVICE MARINE INDUSTRIES · AMELIA, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1991
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portBOSTON, MA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 11 June 2026 · expires 30 June 2027
Service, as the file records itOffshore Supply Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it125 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
68 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
418 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
97 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
68 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
418 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
97 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
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20 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 43 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; 1 operational control with the dates imposed and removed; 1 vessel inspected with it, by name and date; 1 casualty investigation, 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, 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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Inspected as a tow unit · 1
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.
NORTHEAST DIVER I Unclassified · MISLE 1363671 · 5 November 2023 · activity 7820987Inspection history · 20
29 May 2026
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8383660
11 May 2026
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8343450
22 December 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8286288
10 September 2025
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8230730
5 September 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8198416
29 August 2024
Deficiency Check · Periodic Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7926125
5 November 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit New Bedford · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7820987
28 September 2023
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7799458
12 June 2023
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7706395
16 September 2022
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7562495
18 April 2022
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7470718
18 August 2021
Construction Oversight
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7311894
14 June 2021
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7219187
15 December 2020
COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7112009
2 October 2019
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lafayette · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6826310
4 September 2019
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lafayette · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6807743
26 September 2018
Periodic Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6548510
30 May 2018
Cargo Tank Internal · Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6443444
17 August 2017
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6243929
9 August 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5967453
Deficiency record · 43
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 May 2026
Resolved
De-water E/R bilge and make bilge suctions ready for testing.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 May 2026
Resolved
Prove proper operatin of bilge high levle audible alarm.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
The vessel operator of each vessel required by § 155.720 to have transfer procedures shall maintain them current and shall require vessel personnel to use the transfer procedures for each transfer operation. Vessel is restricted from any fuel transfer until fuel transfer procedures are inspected to the satisfaction of an attending CGMI.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Shipboard working arrangements
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
The letter referenced in § 155.710(e)(1) must designate the holder as a person-in-charge of the transfer of fuel oil and state that the holder has received sufficient formal instruction from the operator or agent of the vessel to ensure his or her ability to safely and adequately carry out the duties and responsibilities of the PIC described in 33 CFR 156.120 and 156.150. Vessel owner to ensure designated PIC is in charge of all transfers
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Shipboard working arrangements
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
The transfer procedures required by § 155.720 must contain a line diagram of the vessel's transfer piping, including the location of each valve, pump, control device, vent, and overflow.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
A fixed carbon dioxide or other approved system must be installed in all lamp and paint lockers, oil rooms, and similar spaces. Paint locker on main deck did not have affixed hose from dedicated fire extinguisher.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
All operator licenses required by this subpart must be readily available for inspection. Operator was not able to produce marine radio operator license upon request. 47 CFR 80.175
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Electronic charts (ECDIS)
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, all vessels must carry adequate and up-to-date charts. For voyages seaward of the territorial sea baseline, ENCs must be displayed on systems meeting IEC 60945 or RTCM 10900 to be considered equivalent to paper charts. Vessel does not carry paper charts or ENC displays meeting either standard.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
Each vessel must have posters or signs displayed in the vicinity of each survival craft and the survival craft's launching controls that give relevant instructions or warnings. No life raft placards were posted on board.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
Electric installations on vessels must ensure protection of passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. Several electrical wires on both port and starboard engines were chaffed with outer protective coating frayed and damaged. Additionally, overhead lighting wiring in machinery space was damaged. Repair or replace as needed to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector prior to credit drydock.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Insulation wetted through (oil)
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as is reasonable and practicable. Starboard engine exhaust piping was leaking into machinery space and lagging showed signs of damage. Repair or replace as necessary prior to credit drydock.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
Shutoff valves must be installed in the fuel supply lines, one as close to each tank as practicable, and one as close to each fuel pump as practicable. Valves must be accessible at all times. Outer port side fuel shutoff valve broke during inspection making it impossible to close the valve. Repair or replace as necessary prior to next credit drydock.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Galley, handlingroom (maintenance)
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
All crew spaces are to be constructed and arranged in a manner suitable to the purpose for which they are intended and so that they can be kept in a clean, workable, and sanitary condition. Reefer door handle on main deck was not latching properly, nor was the emergency push lever inside the space. Repair or replace as necessary to ensure proper operation prior to next credit drydock.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
No repairs or alterations affecting the safety of the vessel with regard to the hull, machinery, or equipment, shall be made without the knowledge of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Unauthorized weld repair was made to steering gear ram without knowledge of the [name withheld] of affected area and provide report attesting to satisfactory repair.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 5 September 2025
Resolved
Monthly inspections required by NFPA 10 may be conducted by the owner, operator, person-in-charge, or a designated member of the crew. Monthly inspection for August was not performed or recorded in the logbook.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
Where pressure-indicating gages are used, they shall be chosen to be compatible with the pressure to be indicated. In no case shall the upper range of the gage be less than 1.2 times nor more than 2 times the pressure at which the relieving device is set to function. Air compressor pressure gauge maximum reading is below 1.2 times the pressure at which the relieving device is set to function.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
For each connected generator, each switchboard must have an ammeter with a selector switch that connects the ammeter to show the current in each phase. #1 generator ammeter was inoperable.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
A vessel equipped with fixed pitch propellers must have on the navigating bridge and at the engine room control station a propeller speed and direction indicator for each shaft. Propeller speed indicator in pilot house was inoperable.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Other (STCW)
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
The operator of each vessel must verify to his or her satisfaction that the PIC of any transfer of fuel oil carries a letter designating him or her as the PIC, unless equivalent evidence is immediately available aboard the vessel or at his or her place of employment. There was no letter or equivalent evidence of PIC designation available at the time of the inspection.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
All vessels shall carry at least the minimum number of fire axes as set forth in Table 95.60-5(a). Vessel requires minimum of two but only carries one.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
The periodic inspection shall be such as to ensure the vessel, as regards the structure, is in satisfactory condition. A stiffener on the starboard quarter bulwark was severely wasted. Repair prior to next credit drydock.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 29 August 2024
Resolved
The painter must have a float-free link secured to the end of the painter that is attached to the vessel. The painters on both life rafts were attached to the shackle vice float-free link.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 28 September 2023
Resolved
Alcohol testing must be conducted on each individual engaged or employed on board the vessel who is directly involved in the SMI. The alcohol testing of each individual must be conducted within 2 hours of when the SMI occurred, unless precluded by safety concerns directly related to the incident. The vessel's alcohol testing swabs were expired.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 28 September 2023
Resolved
On vessels required by § 112.05–5(a) to have a temporary emergency power source, the following emergency lighting and power loads must be arranged so that they can be energized from the temporary emergency power source: Lighting for passageways, stairways, and escape trunks in passenger quarters, crew quarters, public spaces, machinery spaces. THe emergency lighting at the bottom of the ladder in the tunnel was inoperable.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 September 2023
Resolved
All alarms must audibly annunciate until manually acknowledged. The bilge alarm panel on vessel's bridge was not audible upon activation.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 4 November 2021
Resolved
PROVIDE STABILITY LETTER/BOOK THAT REFLECTS THE NEW A-FRAME INSTALLATION AND TRIP/TOW CRITERIA FOR LOADS TOWED FROM THE A-FRAME. (prior to A-Frame Ops)....NEW STABILITY GOOD FOR AFRAME ON BOARD OR OFF, HOWEVER DOES NOT COVER TOWING FROM AFRAME. NO OPS OF AFRAME ALLOWED, PENDS FINAL INSPECTION.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
CONDUCT INITIAL TESTING OF A-FRAME AT 1.25 OF SWL. NDT FOUNDATION TO DECK ATTACHMENT WELDS TO SAT OF ATTENDING [name withheld] TEST.(prior to A-frame OPS)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Load Lines (including Exemption)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Applicable plans shall be submitted for alterations. SUBMIT/OBTAIN ABS APPROVED PLANS NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN LOADLINE.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
SUBMIT/OBTAIN WINCH FOUNDATION AND DECK ATTACHMENT STRUCTURAL DETAIL TO USCG/ABS FOR APPROVAL, ENSURE WELD SCHD IS CALLED OUT. (prior to A-Frame ops)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
ALL A-FRAME EQUIPMENT, ELECTRICAL, HYDRAULIC VALVES ETC. SHALL REMAIN TAGGED OUT, PROHIBITED FROM USE UNTIL FINAL
USCG/ABS INSPECTIONS ARE COMPLETED.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
EACH VESSEL MUST MEET THE APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF 46 CFR SUBCHAPTER S. PROVIDE UPDATED APPROVED STABILITY LETTER/BOOK REFLECTING LIGHTSHIP CHANGES, NEW A FRAME INSTALLATION, AND DEAD WIEGHT SURVEY CONDUCTED 11FEB2022. DECK CARGO IS LIMITED TO 25LT WITH A MAXIMUM VCG OF 5 FT. THE NEWLY INSTALLED A FRAME SHALL BE SECURED ON DECK WITH A VCG OF NOT MORE THAN 6.5 FT OR TAKEN OFF THE VESSEL. UNDERWAY OPS SHALL BE IAW THE VESSELS EXISTING STABILITY LETTER.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 June 2021
Resolved
A battery installation is classified as one of three types, based upon power output of the battery charger. Amp meter inoperable on battery charger. Repair, demonstrate proper operation.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 14 June 2021
Resolved
All vessels except unmanned barges shall be provided with a satisfactory bilge pumping plant capable of pumping from and draining any watertight compartment except for ballast. Valve for engine room hall labeled incorrectly. Mark valve with correct location.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 14 June 2021
Resolved
Bilge system must be provided with bilge high level alarms that annunciate in the machinery spaces and at a manned control location and are independent of the pump controls. Laz bilge alarm inoperable. Make repairs, demonstrate proper operation.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 June 2021
Resolved
Vessel required to have rudder angle indicator. Rudder angle indicator inoperable. Make repairs and demonstrate proper operation at all stations.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Fire control plan - all
Issued 14 June 2021
Resolved
Fire plan outdated and inacurate. Make corrections and conduct verification walkthrough with attending MI.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 15 December 2020
Resolved
There shall be at least two means of escape from all general areas accessible to the passengers, if carried, or where the crew may be quartered or normally employed. At least one of these two means of escape shall be independent of watertight doors. Emergency escape hatches located in vessel pump room and engine room were inoperable. Vessel owner shall ensure that all escape hatches are operable to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard MI.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Rudder angle indicator
Issued 15 December 2020
Resolved
The position of the rudder, if power operated, must be shown at the principal steering station. Vessel rudder angle indicator was not operating properly at time of inspection. Vessel owner shall ensure that the rudder angle indicator properly indicates rudder operation to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard MI
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 15 December 2020
Resolved
Piping, including valves, pipe fittings and flanges, conveying vapors, gases or liquids whose temperature exceeds 150 °F., shall be suitably insulated where necessary to preclude injury to personnel. Vessel had several locations of engine exhaust missing or deteriorated in the engine room. Vessel owner shall ensure that all exposed engine exhaust that exceeds 150 °F has sufficient insulation to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard MI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 5 September 2019
Resolved
All enclosed spaces within the vessel shall be properly vented or ventilated. Means shall be provided to close off all vents and ventilators. Vessel's engine room stack vent on the 02 deck did not have a means of closing. 46 CFR 92.15-10(a) OLD I, Correct within 30 days.
Communications › Internal Communications System › Sound-powered Telephone
Issued 17 August 2017
Resolved
Vessels sound powered phone was inoperable. Provide proper operation of the sound powered phone with technician report.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 17 August 2017
Resolved
Vessel had several expired items in both first aid kits. Replace expired first aid kits (2).
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate
Issued 9 August 2016
Resolved
FCC documents expired
Casualty record · 1
5 November 2023Routine · role: Transiting Vicinity of Primary Subject · activity 7820987
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
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