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MALAMA

MALAMA is a 1981 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 17 inspections since 2016, most recently in June 2026, along with 30 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2008.

Records from 2008 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 4 June 2026.

Built
1981
Last inspected
4 June 2026
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 4 June 2026
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 10 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 exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

WDG3611
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-53333

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)91.2 ft × 19.5 ft × 2.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 87 / net 59
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSWIFTSHIPS-LAFITTE, INC. · JEAN LAFITTE, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1981
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portHONOLULU, HI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 27 August 2025 · expires 30 September 2026
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 it87 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
59 - 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 · 17

4 June 2026 Vessel Attendance · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8391366
21 May 2026 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8347131
8 July 2024 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7912591
6 June 2024 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7929518
23 May 2023 Annual Inspection · In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7676998
2 June 2022 Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7465892
2 May 2022 Deadweight Survey · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7442834
12 July 2021 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7253849
29 July 2020 Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7012795
24 June 2020 Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6985759
5 June 2019 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6702715
10 July 2018 Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6475056
1 May 2018 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6405347
13 June 2017 Plan Review "T" Boat · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6175219
17 May 2017 COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6146843
20 July 2016 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5946499
4 April 2016 Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5847045

Deficiency record · 30

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 21 May 2026 Resolved
The following tests and inspections must be carried out weekly on a vessel:(a) Each survival craft, rescue boat, and launching appliance must be visually inspected to ensure its readiness for use. Weekly inspections of IBAs not conducted or logged. Conduct weekly inspection and establish log to satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 June 2026
Resolved 26 May 2026
Resolution: Weekly inspection completed and logged
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 21 May 2026 Resolved
Each survival craft, rescue boat, and launching appliance on a vessel must be inspected monthly, using the manufacturer's instructions to make sure it is complete and in good order. Monthly inspections of IBAs not conducted or logged. Conduct monthly inspection and establish log to satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 June 2026
Resolved 26 May 2026
Resolution: Monthly inspection completed and logged
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 21 May 2026 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: (b) Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Dead end wiring found behind breaker panel in galley. Remove wiring or cover dead ends to satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 June 2026
Resolved 26 May 2026
Resolution: Dead end wiring capped.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 21 May 2026 Resolved
Machinery, equipment, materials, and arrangements not covered by standards in this subchapter may be inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as good marine practice. Pressure gauge on starboard-side bilge pump (also may be used as fire pump) is inoperable. Replace gauge and demonstrate satisfactory operation to attending marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 June 2026
Resolved 27 May 2026
Resolution: Gauge replaced.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 8 July 2024 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. Areas of major pitting discovered on the outside of the hull in the following locations: Stern lazarette, fwd rudder compartment above rudder, fwd rudder compartment aft of rudder. Submit a repair proposal for pitting to the satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 22 July 2024
Resolution: Finals weld repairs passed NDT to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 8 July 2024 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. Areas of minor pitting discovered around vessel repair in accordance with discussed repair proposal.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 July 2024
Resolution: Minor pitting ground and sealed to the satisfaction of marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of Fire protection systems
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch (PSI) at the pump outlet. The pump outlet shall be fitted with a pressure gage. The fire pump outlet gage pressure reading was 40 psi. Prove fire pump outlet pressure of 60 psi by June 11, 2024, to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 181.10-1(c) Old T
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 June 2024
Resolved 18 June 2024
Resolution: Observed fire pump pressure at the outlet gauge of 80 psi with two hoses discharging; all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph all unfired pressure vessels shall be Coast Guard approved and installed to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The requirements for design, construction and original testing of such approved unfired pressure vessels are in applicable regulations in Sub-chapter F of this chapter. Stbd air compressor safety valve relieving at 100 psi prevent unfired pressure vessel safety relief valve test. Repair stbd air compressor to satisfactory conducted relief valve test as described by 46 CFR 61.10-5(i)(2) in the presence of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.10-5(d) Old T
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 June 2024
Resolved 13 June 2024
Resolution: Inspected new stbd air compressor and witnessed the stbd air receiver relief valve release at 150 psi and reseated unassisted; all sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
A vessel must have one or more ring life buoys as follows: A vessel of more than 65 feet in length must carry a minimum of three life buoys of not less than 24 inches in diameter. All three ring life buoys plastic plugs are wasted. Replace ring life buoys to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 180.70(a)(3)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 June 2024
Resolved 13 June 2024
Resolution: Inspected the three new life ring buoys; all sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
A battery charger intended for connection to a commercial supply voltage shall employ a transformer of the isolating type. An ammeter that is readily visible shall be included in the battery charger circuit. Port battery charger missing ammeter; 1) Install ammeter or 2) provide a battery charger with an integral ammeter. To the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.05-20(f) Old T
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 June 2024
Resolved 29 July 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep installed a new battery charger with an integral ammeter, correct UL 489 breaker, and AC breaker; all sat.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage comminuting and disinfecting system
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
A vessel with installed toilet facilities must have a marine sanitation device that complies with 33 CFR part 159. Type II MSD missing required placard as described by 33 CFR 159.59. Provide required placard tot he satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 184.704
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 June 2024
Resolved 13 June 2024
Resolution: Required placarding posted at MSD; all sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. The fuel condition located on the port engine room bulkhead pump coupling is missing a protective guard and both steering pump couplings are missing protective guards. Install the required protective guards during the vessel's next dry dock in July 2024, to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.830(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 July 2024
Resolved 2 July 2024
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep of the protective guard installed on both steering pump couplings and fuel condition pump coupling.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
The marine employer shall ensure that all individuals engaged or employed on board a vessel are fully indoctrinated in the requirements of this subpart, and that appropriate vessel personnel are trained as necessary in the practical applications of these requirements. The marine employer shall take all practicable steps to have each individual engaged or employed on board the vessel who is directly involved in the incident chemically tested for evidence of drug and alcohol use as required. Company alcohol testing policy/procedures to be conducted in the event of a SMI (2 hr alcohol testing) while underway is not in place. Provide company policy/procedure to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 4.06-1(e)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2024
Resolved 13 June 2024
Resolution: Company provided policy/procedure to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector; all sat.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Radio log (diary)
Issued 6 June 2024 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radiobeacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel radiotelephone installation required to comply with the Bridge to Bridge Act IAW 47 CFR 80.1001. Vessel does not have a Vessel Bridge-To-Bridge Radiotelephony Certificate, therefore is required to keep a station log required by 47 CFR 80.409(f) IAW 47 CFR 80.1005. Vessel station log missing required entries required by 47 CFR 80.409(f) described by 47 CFR 80.409(e). Provide and maintain the required station log or obtain a Vessel Bridge-To-Bridge Radiotelephony Certificate to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 184.502
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 June 2024
Resolved 2 July 2024
Resolution: Marine radio log in lieu of the Bridge-to Bridge Radiotelephony Certificate; all sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 23 May 2023 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. The vessel has two cracked welds in the forward port and starboard compartments aft of the collision bulkhead. One fractured deck support frame in the port compartment. Renew frame and scarf and reweld fractures. 46 CFR 177.300
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 July 2023
Resolved 21 July 2023
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep Mike with photographs of the cracked welds identified during the annual inspection repaired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 23 May 2023 Resolved
Irrespective of build date a vessel to which this subchapter applies must meet 46 CFR 181.405, 181.450, 181.500, 185.364, and 185.420(b), if it is not a ferry, and if it — (1) Has overnight accommodations for passengers; or (2) Is operating on a Coastwise or Oceans route. Carriage of overnight passengers is not permitted and the vessels route is restricted to Limited Coastwise while carrying passengers until the following items are complied with: 181.405, 181.450, 185.364, 185.420(b) to the satisfaction of the attending MI. 46 CFR 175.110(c)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 July 2023
Resolution: Attended vessel and confirmed the items noted above were complied with; all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 23 May 2023 Resolved
Irrespective of build date, a vessel to which this subchapter applies must meet 46 CFR 177.115(c), 177.500(n), 185.410(b), 185.507, and 185.515, if it is not a ferry and has overnight accommodations for passengers. Carriage of overnight passengers is not permitted until the following items are complied with: 185.410(b), 185.507, and 185.515 to the satisfaction of the attending MI. 46 CFR 175.110(d)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 July 2023
Resolution: Attended vessel and confirmed the items noted above were complied with; all sat.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 May 2022 Resolved
Cable and wire for power and lighting circuits must: be listed by Underwriters Laboratories(UL), as UL Boat or UL Marine cable. Hardwire fuel recirculating pump cable and replace cable with Marine Grade wire to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.340(d)(2)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 May 2022
Resolution: Provided picture verification that all electrical equipment is installed as required.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 May 2022 Resolved
Marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing for dangerous drugs on a random basis of crewmembers on inspected vessels who occupy a position or perform the duties and functions of a position, required by the vessel's COI. Marine employers may form or otherwise use sponsoring organizations, or may use contractors to conduct the random chemical testing programs. Provide satisfactory evidence of a chemical testing program to the satisfaction of the attending Marine inspector. 46 CFR 16.230(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 6 May 2022
Resolution: Vessel provided documents for DAPI program via email.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 12 July 2021 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. The vessel has an approximately two inch cracked weld connecting the longitudinal deck frame members in the engine compartment. Submit a repair proposal for approval IAW NVIC 7-68.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 July 2021
Resolved 17 August 2021
Resolution: Vessel repaired cracked weld according to accepted repair proposal.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 12 July 2021 Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. First aid kit had expired aspirin, replace with new aspirin.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 July 2021
Resolved 26 July 2021
Resolution: Vessel purchased new aspirin for first aid kit.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 24 June 2020 Resolved
Vessels operated beyond the 20 nautical mile limitation specified in paragraph (a)(1) of this section, but not more than 100 nautical miles from the nearest land, must be equipped with a MF-DSC frequency transmitter meeting the requirements of § 80.1101(c)(3) and capable of transmitting J3E emission and a receiver capable of reception of J3E emission within the band 1710 to 2850 kHz, in addition to the VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation required by paragraph (a)(1) of this section. VHF radio missing MMSI and LAT/LONG for DSC operation.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: New radio installed with programmed MMSI and functional GPS.
Engineering › Pressure Vessel › Relief Valve
Issued 1 May 2018 Resolved
Install water heater relief valve rated at not more than 100psig and 250 degrees F.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2018
Resolved 14 May 2018
Resolution: Verified installation of correct water heater relief valve.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Power Requirement
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Provide electrical load analysis and line diagram for newly installed eletrical equipment to be locally approved to meet standards outlined IAW 46 CFR 183.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 July 2017
Resolved 26 September 2017
Resolution: Electrical load analysis and line diagrams submitted and reviewed by Sector Hono OCMI.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 17 May 2017 Resolved
Provide appropriate insulation on bare wire under conning station IAW 46 CFR 111.60
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Provided appropriate insulation on bare wire under conning station
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 17 May 2017 Resolved
Clean identified corrosion occuring on wiring under conning station IAW 46 CFR 183.210
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Cleaned identified corrosion occuring on wiring under conning station
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (emergency) › Fuse
Issued 17 May 2017 Resolved
Replace blade type fueses prior to emergency switches with cartridge type UL Listed.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Replaced blade type fueses prior to emergency switches with cartridge type UL Listed
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 17 May 2017 Resolved
Replace gasket on watertight door located between engine room and lazarette.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Replaced gasket on watertight door located between engine room and lazarette
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 17 May 2017 Resolved
Repair knife edge in the top right corner of the watertight door located between the crew area and apassenger area to make a complete seal.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Repaired knife edge of the watertight door
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Circuit Breaker
Issued 17 May 2017 Resolved
Replace circuit breakers in main distribution panel with UL listed circuit breakers.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Replaced circuit breakers in main distribution panel with UL listed circuit breaker

Casualty record · 1

8 October 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3427070
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Recorded names · 1

MISS LEIGH ANNE (2008). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

Ownership record

The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title, with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.