As discussed in the first blog of this series, when applying for a Certificate of Adequacy (COA), the port/terminal must provide the particulars of the company they plan to use for waste reception/removal services, and update this information with the Coast Guard if it changes.
Request for membership applications: National Towing Safety Advisory Committee
The Coast Guard is accepting applications until March 16, 2020, for membership on the recently established National Towing Safety Advisory Committee.
Waste Reception Facility Series Part 1: Documentation
Over a series of four blogs we will be providing clarification on some of the regulatory requirements related to port waste reception facilities for oil, noxious liquid substance and garbage, and provide information on the roles and responsibilities of port/terminals, vessels, and their agents. First up, is a discussion about proper documentation of Certificates of Adequacy.
Policy Letter: Accepted Distress Signal Devices for Ocean Going Vessels
The Office of Design and Engineering Standards has published guidance highlighting suitable distress signal devices for vessels that transit outside the territorial limits and may require long-range rescue response provided through the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
Notice of intent to prepare Environmental Impact Statement – request for public comments
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and the regulations implemented by the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), and the National Historic Preservation Act, the Coast Guard announced in the Federal Register its intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement to evaluate the potential environmental consequences of replacing the existing BNSF bridge across the Missouri River at Bismarck, ND, or constructing a bridge adjacent to the existing bridge.
Marine Safety Center issues Ballast Water Management System Type Approval Certificate to Miura Co., Ltd.
The Marine Safety Center Ballast Water Management System Type Approval Certificate to Miura Co., Ltd.
Seafarers’ Shore Access: Important dates to remember
Each facility owner or operator must implement a system for providing access through the facility that enables individuals to transit to and from a moored vessel in accordance with guidelines found in the Code of Federal Regulations.
Marine Safety Center receives new application for ballast water management system type approval
The Marine Safety Center received an application for type approval for the HK-(E)R Ballast Water Management System manufactured by Miura Co., Ltd.
Marine Safety Center receives new application for ballast water management system type approval
The Coast Guard Marine Safety Center received an application for type approval for the Guardian-US Ballast Water Management System manufactured by Hyde Marine Inc.
