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EXPLORER

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 2000s · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE)

EXPLORER is a 2003 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 17 inspections since 2016, most recently in May 2026, along with 38 deficiencies and 1 operational control.

Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 28 May 2026.

Built
2003
Last inspected
28 May 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
17
Deficiencies
38 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
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 May 2026
Recorded inspections17
…physical examinations12
…administrative events5
Deficiencies 38 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
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

US Official No.
1144978
IMO number
—
Call sign
—
MISLE id
637583
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-637583

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)38.0 ft × 13.0 ft × 3.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 11 / net 11
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSEAARK MARINE INC · MONTICELLO, AK, UNITED STATES · built 2003
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionGasoline Outboard
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portVERO BEACH, FL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 29 April 2026 · expires 30 April 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 it11 - Simplified, Gross Ton
11 - Simplified, 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.
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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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Inspection history · 17

28 May 2026 Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8405301
18 December 2025 Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8290520
9 July 2025 Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8180202
31 January 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8073020
3 June 2024 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7926453
26 February 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7870607
18 December 2023 Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7841004
17 February 2023 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7624165
17 February 2022 Hull Examination · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7397735
14 January 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7380436
21 October 2021 Special · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7344037
9 June 2020 Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6972539
9 June 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7030907
27 August 2018 Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6524035
29 June 2018 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6459327
22 August 2017 Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6248032
25 May 2016 DAPI Audit · COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5884477

Deficiency record · 38

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 4 June 2024 Resolved
Any vessel of at least five net tons which engages in the fisheries on the navigable waters of the United States or in the Exclusive Economic Zone, or coastwise trade must have a Certificate of Documentation (COD) bearing a valid endorsement appropriate for the activity in which engaged. The COD was expired at the time of the inspection. Renew COD.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 25 July 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep submitted objective evidence of new COD being issued.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Medical certificate
Issued 4 June 2024 Resolved
The Coast Guard will issue a medical certificate to a mariner meeting the medical and physical standards for merchant mariners. The master of the vessel did not produce a medical certificate when asked to do so during the inspection. Renew medical certificate.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel Owner and Master provided proof of current up to date medical certificate.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 4 June 2024 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio installations as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. The VHF radio push to talk microphone worked inconsistently, going in and out in. Limited to operate no further than 1000 feet from shore until rectified.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 16 July 2024
Resolution: Owner/Operator submitted video evidence of Radio Working.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 4 June 2024 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio installations as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. The MMSI number was not able to be confirmed on either radio. Recommended replacing at least one radio.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 16 July 2024
Resolution: Owner/Operator submitted photographic evidence of MMSI # programmed into radio.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Garbage record book
Issued 4 June 2024 Resolved
A manned U.S. ship (other than a fixed or floating drilling rig or other platform) that is 26 feet or more in length must have on board a garbage placard. Post where visible to passengers and crew, a placard in accordance with 33 CFR part 151.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 16 July 2024
Resolution: Owner/Operator submitted photographic evidence of placard.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › UMS - alarms
Issued 17 February 2023 Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters 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. Forward bilge alarm visual indicator was inoperable.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 1 March 2023
Resolution: Received video of operable alarm light.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 17 February 2023 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radio Beacon installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates... Vessel's VHF radio was inoperable. Vessel's operation limited to within 1,000 feet from shore.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 1 March 2023
Resolution: Received video of operable VHF radio.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 17 February 2023 Resolved
When using DSC techniques, coast stations and ship stations must use maritime mobile service identities (MMSI) assigned by the Commission or its designees. Vessel's VHF radio did not have an MMSI number assigned to the system. 47 CFR 80.103(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 1 March 2023
Resolution: Received video of MMSI programmed into vessel's VHF radio.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 17 February 2023 Resolved
An EAP training program must be conducted for the employer's crew members and supervisory personnel. No personnel were qualified for the the Supervisory EAP training program.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 21 March 2023
Resolution: Received documentary evidence of passed EAP supervisory course.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Found wires installed without metal supports. Install at least every 24 inches and replace all plastic supports.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: Correct wire supports have been installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Found floating water light battery expired on ring lifebuoy
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: A new battery has been installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Found diameter of lifeline attached to ring lifebuoy unsat.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: Proper lifeline has been attached to ring lifebuoy.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel is missing the portable bilge pump.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: A new portable bilge pump is on board vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel is missing fire buckets.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: Three fire buckets are on board vessel.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Found fuel fill not bonded to fuel tank.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 28 August 2020
Resolution: O/O installed bonding wire from fuel fill to tank and verified continuity with meter.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 12 August 2020 Resolved
Found improper fuel filter installed for stbd outboard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 August 2020
Resolved 28 August 2020
Resolution: O/O installed metal fuel filter.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
A vessel owner or operator shall conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of its fire protection equipment including portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 and fixed gas extinguishing systems in accordance with 46 CFR 176.810(b)(2). All portable fire extinguishers and the fixed CO2 extinguishing systems are past due on annual servicing. One of the three fire extinguishers gauge is reading well out of proper charge.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Fixed and portable fire systems have been serviced and tagged.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
In a space containing gasoline fuel tanks and where a fixed gas fire extinguishing system is installed all powered exhaust blowers for the space must automatically shut down upon release of the extinguishing agent. Current CO2 arrangement does not provide a means to automatically shut down the exhaust blowers for the fuel tank space.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Interlock has been installed to shutdown ventilation upon activation of fixed fire system.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
Each vessel over 5 net tons engaged in coastwise trade in the navigable waters of the U.S. must have a valid Certificate of Documentation. The vessel's Certificate of Documentation is expired.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Valid COD provided.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
Employers must ensure that they and their crewmembers meet the requirements of this part. Vessel does not currently have a crew or a drug and alcohol program in accordance with 46 CFR 16. Provide a list of crew members and establish proof of enrollments in a drug and alcohol program that meets the requirements of 46 CFR 16.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Crew list and proof of DAPI provided.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval code 160.41 or with equivalent content. Provide an appropriate kit prior to carrying passengers.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: First aid kit provided.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
A power driven vessel of less than 12 meters (39 feet) may exhibit an all-around white light in lieu of the lights prescribed in paragraph (a). Make repairs to the vessel’s all-around white light prior to night operations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: All navigation lights are installed and working properly.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
The Certificate of Inspection must be posted in a conspicuous place on the vessel where observation by passengers is likely. The Certificate of Inspection is not posted
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: O/O has been allowed to place documents in a binder which will remain on board the vessel and accessible to passengers.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
The vessel’s stability letter must be posted at the operating station. The stability letter is not posted.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: O/O had been permitted to place all documents in a binder to remain on board the vessel and accessible to passengers.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
A vessel owner or operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of machinery and fuel systems as indicated in 46 CFR 176.804. The vessel was trailered at the time of the inspection.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Conducted COI Inspection.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 27 August 2018 Resolved
At each inspection the marine inspector may require that a man overboard and fire drill be held under simulated conditions. Vessel personnel were unable to demonstrate man overboard and fire drills due to the vessel being on a trailer. 46 CFR 176.808(b) and 46 CFR 176.810(d)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory drills.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 22 August 2017 Resolved
Provide valid certificate of documentation.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 22 August 2017
Resolution: Provided proof of payment for certificate of documentation.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Danger Messages
Issued 22 August 2017 Resolved
Provide sound signaling device.
Due 22 August 2017
Resolved 22 August 2017
Resolution: Provided device.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Proof of Enrollment
Issued 22 August 2017 Resolved
Provide enrollment in a random drug testing program.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 22 August 2017
Resolution: Proof of enrollment provided.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 22 August 2017 Resolved
Provide operable floating water light for ring buoy. Vessel restricted to daylight hours.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 22 August 2017
Resolution: Operational light provided.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Fans
Issued 22 August 2017 Resolved
Prove proper operation of fuel tank space ventilation blower shut down upon CO2 system activation.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 September 2017
Resolved 27 August 2018
Resolution: Cleared this deficiency since it was reissued 27AUG18 as a detainable item.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Repair 2 submersible bilge pumps. Inop.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2016
Resolution: Bilge pumps/alarms tested satisfactorily.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Repair/replace lifebouy.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2016
Resolution: Operator provided new lifebuoy.
Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Availability
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Provide 1 fire bucket.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2016
Resolution: One (1) fire bucket provided.
Construction/Loadline › Markings › Vessel Name/Home Port
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Provide vessel name and homeport on hull.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2016
Resolution: Vessel name and homeport marked on bow and stern.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Complete man overboard drill.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2016
Resolution: Completed satisfactory man-overboard drills.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Servicing
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Service/test CO2 system protecting fuel compartment.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2016
Resolution: CO2 system serviced/tested by third party Fire Suppression company.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Ventilation › General
Issued 25 May 2016 Resolved
Make ventilation system in fuel tank compartment comply with 46 CFR 182.460.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 June 2016
Resolved 27 August 2018
Resolution: Cleared this deficiency since it was reissued 27AUG18 as a detainable item.

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.