Records from 2007 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 28 May 2025.
Inspection history · 22
28 May 2025
COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8146618
13 March 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8089059
6 March 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8089612
3 April 2024
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7889505
14 April 2023
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7668858
2 March 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7643702
3 September 2022
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7550045
2 September 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7549684
9 February 2022
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Saint Thomas · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7391648
24 June 2021
MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7234344
17 February 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7147844
3 February 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7135352
26 August 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7043177
29 June 2020
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Resident Inspection Office Ponce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6992617
13 May 2020
Initial Certification · MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6948156
8 April 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6937104
27 January 2020
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6899667
6 May 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6147255
13 August 2012
Deficiency Check · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4425574
28 May 2009
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3599588
19 August 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC SENECA (WMEC 906) · Activity 3055982
14 May 2007
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3143628
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel operating in oceans service must have a line throwing appliance approved under approval series 160.040...Not less than 4 primer-ejector cartridges which fit the chamber of the pistol, gun, or launcher. Vessel had no ejector cartridges for any of their line throwing devices
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 June 2025
Resolution: recieved evidence the vessel obtained, and placed on board, the appropriate line throwing devices.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet in volume and over 15 pounds per square inch maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) must be equipped with one or more spring-loaded relief valves, relief valves must be tested in accordance with § 143.245...Twice every 5 years, with no more than 3 years elapsing since last test. Vessel had no record of their two air recievers being tested within 3 years.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 25 June 2025
Resolution: Recieved verification that vessel had relief valves tested.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
The VSO must ensure that at least one security drill is conducted at least every 3 months, except when a vessel is out of service due. Vessel had no evidence of security drill being conducted within the past 3 months. Completed security drill while inspectors were present.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 12 June 2025
Resolution: rectified on the spot
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
The master, owner, operator, agent, or person in charge of any vessel equipped with ballast water tanks that operates in the waters of the United States must follow these practices: Maintain a ballast water management (BWM) plan that has been developed specifically for the vessel and that will allow those responsible for the plan's implementation to understand and follow the vessel's BWM strategy and comply with the requirements of this subpart. Vessel had no ballast water management plan on board.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 25 June 2025
Resolution: Recieved vessel's BWM plan
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 28 May 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have, on board, and be in compliance with, a valid Certificate of Inspection (COI). Vessel's COI expires on May, 29, 2025, and no inspection has been requested. Vessel must complete a COI Inspection for Certification prior to movement.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 12 June 2025
Resolution: completed inspection as required
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 28 May 2025
Resolved
Vessel must submit the application at least 30 days before the vessel will undergo inspection for certification. Vessel's COI expires on May 29, 2025 and no inspection has been requested.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 12 June 2025
Resolution: Completed inspection as required
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 28 May 2025
Resolved
Machinery shall be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on board. Vessel's Z-Drive propulsion plant is not operating properly. Submit a proposal for repair or replacement, and repair or replace as appropriate.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 12 June 2025
Resolution: vessel completed repairs on Z-drive. Witnessed proper operation of vessel's propulsion
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 13 March 2025
Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than 6 months in any 12-month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock and internal structural examination (ISE) at least twice every 5 years, with not more than 36 month between examinations. The vessel is overdue for drydock and ISE. Vessel may not operate until it receives credit drydock and ISE from attending CG inspector. To request drydock inspection, please send request via email to [email withheld].
For your awareness, the drop dead date for the vessel's COI is 29MAY25
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 21 March 2025
Resolution: Vessel completed drydock and ISE.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 April 2024
Resolved
Paints, coatings, or other flammable or combustible products onboard a towing vessel must be stored in a designated storage room or cabinet when not in use. Paints and thinners stored in various areas onboard Paint storage locker not provided onboard vessel, provide storage cabinet in accordance with this CFR or remove paints from vessel. 46CFR142.225 (a)(c)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 May 2024
Resolved 10 June 2024
Resolution: Attending MI received photo evidence of the installation of paint locker.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 2 March 2023
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment systems, must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Port and STBD Azipod’s duplex raw water cooling strainers are exhibiting signs of heavy decay due to rust. Replace in kind.
46CFR143.205 (c)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 April 2023
Resolved 14 April 2023
Resolution: Witnessed successful operations of newly installed Port STBD Z pod cooling water stariners.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 6 September 2022
Resolved
Examine the condition of, and where appropriate, witness the operation of: steering systems and equipment ensuring smooth operation. The Port steering gear was observed with a hydraulic leak occurring at an ancillary valve. Replace valve.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 September 2022
Resolved 13 September 2022
Resolution: No leaks were obrserved during the deficiency check.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 6 September 2022
Resolved
Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably installed to protect them from wet and corrosive environments. Multiple electrical fixtures/cable runs on fly-bridge were not installed correctly to ensure watertight protection. Correctly install appropriate fittings/filler to ensure that the lines are protected.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 September 2022
Resolved 13 September 2022
Resolution: All penetrations at the bridge overhead were properly sealed.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 2 September 2022
Resolved
A towing vessel subject to this subchapter and choosing the Coast Guard inspection option, or required to have the Coast Guard inspection option, must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date. VSL must undergo an Annual inspection before it can operate.
46CFR137.200
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 September 2022
Resolution: Team from SEC San Juan attended VSL and completed the annual inspection
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 9 February 2022
Resolved
Center ballast tank has corrosion beyond 25% on 01 longitudinal frame and 01 transverse frame gusset.
46 CFR 140.605(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 February 2022
Resolution: Areas with excessive corrosion limits were cropped and renewed. Entire Ballast tank was stripped, cleaned and re-coated to ABS standards.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 9 February 2022
Resolved
Port azipod nozzle has cracking on the inner and outer surfaces.
46 CFR 140.605(a)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 February 2022
Resolution: Cracked areas of the nozzle were cropped and welded to ABS/ USCG acceptance. Nozzle will be required a full replacement at the next scheduled dry dock. Nozzle will be required a underwater survey at the next annual inspection.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 9 February 2022
Resolved
Forpeak isolation valve is frozen.
46 CFR 140.605(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 February 2022
Resolution: Forpeak valve was repaired to USCG satisfaction.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 3 February 2021
Resolved
The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weather-tight function properly.
- Stbd and port side ballast tanks replace hatch gaskets.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 17 February 2021
Resolution: all gaskets were removed and replaced
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel must be equipped with medium frequency and single side band radios for routes listed on COI. Vessel does not have medium frequency or single side band radios. Vessel is restricted to operations within 20 nautical miles.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 29 June 2020
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel's fire detection must be certified by a professional engineer, NICET technician, or authorized class society. Vessel does not have record demonstrating compliance of installed system.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a line throwing appliance approved under 46 CFR 160.040. Vessel was missing three projectiles.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 5 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
The results of towing gear inspections required under 33 CFR 164.76 must be recorded. Towing equipment records are not maintained properly.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Navigation lights must be installed in accordance with 33 CFR part 84. Current configuration of lights is blocked by crane.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel must comply with Bridge-to-Bridge Act. Vessel was found to be missing FCC Bridge-to-Bridge certificate.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel must have FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate. Vessel was found to be missing FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel shall provide transfer procedures that meet the requirements of 33 CFR parts 155 and 156. Vessel was found to have outdated oil transfer procedures and COTP information.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Security drills must be conducted within a week from whenever the percentage of new personnel exceeds 25%. Vessel does not conduct drills when there is more than a 25% change in crew.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel security plan must describe in detail how the requirements of 33 CFR part 104 will be met. Vessel's security plan needs to be updated to reflect current security procedures.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Pressure vessels must indicate MAWP and have it visible to crew. Data plate on the starboard side pressure vessel is not visible to the crew.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 May 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Pressure vessels must be equipped with one or more spring-loaded relief valves. Marine Inspectors determined the relief valve was inoperable.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 June 2020
Resolved 29 June 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel must record drills. Vessel was found to be missing records of drills.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 29 May 2020
Resolution: Vessel representative was instructed to ensure drills are recorded in the future.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Restricted areas as specified in the approved safety plan must be designated onboard the vessel. The door to the bridge was not marked as a restricted area.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 29 May 2020
Resolution: Crewmembers placed sticker on bridge door labeling it as a restricted area.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Life jackets must have a life jacket light and whistle. Light and whistle were missing from two life jackets.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 29 May 2020
Resolution: Crewmembers placed light and whistle on life jackets.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 29 May 2020
Resolved
Vessel must be maintained so as to minimize fire hazards. Spare oxygen cylinders were not stored safely.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 30 May 2020
Resolution: Crewmembers secured oxygen cylinders in a safe location.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 27 January 2020
Resolved
(a) Each vessel fitted with installed bulwarks around the exterior of the main deck must have sufficient freeing ports or scuppers or a combination of freeing ports and scuppers to allow water to run off the deck quickly without adversely affecting the stability of the vessel.
(b) Closure devices must be provided for deckhouse or hull penetrations, which open to the exterior of the vessel and which may allow water to enter the vessel. These devices must be suitable for the expected route.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 27 January 2020
Resolved 20 February 2020
Resolution: CLEARED.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (working space ILO)
Issued 27 January 2020
Resolved
Where practicable and except as provided in §144.515, each space where crew may be quartered or normally employed must have at least two means of escape. Arrangements on an existing vessel may be retained if it is impracticable or unreasonable to provide two means of escape.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 27 January 2020
Resolved 20 February 2020
Resolution: CLEARED.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 27 January 2020
Resolved
(a) Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 27 January 2020
Resolved 20 February 2020
Resolution: CLEARED.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 27 January 2020
Resolved
There must be an installed or portable bilge pump for emergency dewatering. Any portable pump must have sufficient hose length and pumping capability. All installed bilge piping must have a check/foot valve in each bilge suction that prevents unintended backflooding through bilge piping.
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Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 27 January 2020
Resolved 20 February 2020
Resolution: CLEARED.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF EPIRB
Issued 27 January 2020
Resolved
(d) The owner or managing operator must maintain valid proof of registration.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 27 January 2020
Resolved 20 February 2020
Resolution: CLEARED.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 27 January 2020
Resolved
A towing vessel must be maintained and operated so the watertight integrity and stability of the vessel are not compromised. Aft escape hatch in steering gear compartment is not welded from the interior of the vessel. Ensure hatch is installed in accordance with hatch manufacturer standards and good marine practice
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 March 2020
Resolved 29 May 2020
Resolution: Aft escape hatch in steering gear compartment was found to be welded from the interior of the vessel