USCG (United States Coast Guard)

GSCC Circular 6115 – USCG Annual Report – Greece Retains QUALSHIP 21 for period 2025-2026

USCG Annual Report – Greece Retains QUALSHIP 21

The US Coast Guard (USCG) has published its 2024 Annual Report, which you can access here.

The Maritime Safety Division of the Greek Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy announced that Greece has retained full participation in the eligible Flag Administrations list of the USCG QUALSHIP 21 (QS21) Program for the period 01/07/2025 to 30/06/2026.

The QS21 Program ended calendar year 2024 with 5,141 vessels enrolled. A full list of the vessels that...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/29/gscc-circular-6115-uscg-annual-report-greece-retains-qualship-21-for-period-2025-2026/

Coast Guard Foundation to honor Seventh Coast Guard District at its Annual Tribute in Florida

A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater helicopter crew rescued a man and dog from a sinking 36-foot sailboat 25 miles off Sanibel Island, Florida, on Sept. 26, 2024. The man and his dog were taken to Southwest Florida International Airport to meet with EMS and are reportedly in good health.  U.S. Coast Guard image captured and produced by Lt. Cmdr. Kellerman from Petty Officer 2nd Class Hudson’s helmet camera

April 11 Event Recognizes Heroic Rescues and Community Support  During the 2024 Hurricane...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/10/coast-guard-foundation-to-honor-seventh-coast-guard-district-at-its-annual-tribute-in-florida/

NAMEPA’s Safety at Sea Event Addresses Maritime Risks in Turbulent Times

RDML John Mauger, Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy on the USCG’s safety concerns

USCG’s AMVER and Benkert Awards to Industry A Key Additional Element

WASHINGTON, DC, March 21 – NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) announced that it will be holding its annual Safety at Sea Seminar as an in-person event at The National Press Club in Washington DC, on Thursday, May 19th beginning at 1:30EDT.  This annual event will be augmented by the presentation of the United...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2022/03/21/namepas-safety-at-sea-event-addresses-maritime-risks-in-turbulent-times/

Crowley Awarded Contract for Ice Class Tanker Serving U.S. Defense Department

The “Stena Polaris”

(JACKSONVILLE, Fla.; March 21, 2022) – Crowley has been awarded the Military Sealift Command charter contract to operate the Stena Polaris, an Ice Class tanker serving bulk fuel needs of the U.S. Department of Defense.

Crowley’s government ship management group has completed the conversion of the ship to meet government and military service standards, including registration as a U.S.-flag vessel. The tanker will transport necessary fuel for defense operations in the Arctic and...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2022/03/21/crowley-awarded-contract-for-ice-class-tanker-serving-u-s-defense-department/

NAMEPA’s Marine Operations Event Sheds Light on Decarbonization and Digitalization

NAMEPA’s Marine Operations Event Sheds Light on Decarbonization and Digitalization

Cynthia Hudson, CEO of HudsonAnalytix

Industry Challenges and Opportunities for Decarbonization and Digitalization

Explored at NAMEPA Marine Operations Program

HOUSTON, February 28- NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) welcomed representatives from industry, the USCG and students to its annual Marine Operations Seminar in Houstin last week.  The Houston Pilots Association hosed the event...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2022/02/28/namepas-marine-operations-event-sheds-light-on-decarbonization-and-digitalization/

Hot Topics: Navigating Towards Decarbonization and Digitalization

Hot Topics: Navigating Towards Decarbonization and Digitalization

RDML John Mauger, , Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy, USCG

Hot Topics: Navigating Towards Decarbonization and Digitalization
NAMEPA hosts Marine Operations Hybrid Program in Houston

HOUSTON, February 21- NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) will be welcoming representatives from industry, the USCG and students to its annual Marine Operations Seminar in Houstin. The Houston Pilots Association...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2022/02/21/hot-topics-navigating-towards-decarbonization-and-digitalization/

United States Reappoints Carleen Lyden Walker as IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador

United States Reappoints Carleen Lyden Walker as IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador

Mission to attract the best and brightest to shipping

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has just notified Carleen Lyden Walker, Co-Founder/Executive Director of NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) that the United States Government has reappointed her as an IMO Goodwill Maritime Ambassador.  Ms. Walker has been serving in this capacity at the recommendation of the US Coast...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2022/02/16/united-states-reappoints-carleen-lyden-walker-as-imo-goodwill-maritime-ambassador/

BIO-SEA M receives USCG certification

BIO-SEA M receives USCG certification

The new BIO-SEA M-Series ballast water treatment system BIO-UV Group introduced last year has received type approval certification from the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

The France-based UV water treatment specialist received USCG certification in December following the successful completion of tests under DNV supervision. The classification society also evaluated and approved all technical documentation and paperwork.  

BIO-UV Group received IMO approval...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2022/01/27/bio-sea-m-receives-uscg-certification/

HELMEPA – US Coast Guard Engagement for the better preparation of Seafarers and Vessels

HELMEPA – US Coast Guard Engagement for the better preparation of Seafarers and Vessels

An indicative photo of some of the participants on a l to r basis: Mrs Semiramis Paliou, CEO, Diana Shipping Services S.A. & HELMEPA Chairperson – Rear Admiral John W. Mauger, Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy of the US Coast Guard – Mr. Panos Zachariadis, Technical Director, Atlantic Bulk Carriers Management Ltd. & Member of HELMEPA’s Board of Directors – Mrs Alexandra Couvadelli, Senior Claims...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/11/29/helmepa-us-coast-guard-engagement-for-the-better-preparation-of-seafarers-and-vessels/

American Club member Alert (Sept 14, 2021) re – US Coast Guard (USCG) Marine Safety Alert: corroded turntable pins can cause the structural failure of accommodation ladders

American Club member Alert (Sept 14, 2021) re – US Coast Guard (USCG) Marine Safety Alert: corroded turntable pins can cause the structural failure of accommodation ladders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
US COAST GUARD (USCG) MARINE SAFETY ALERT: CORRODED TURNTABLE PINS CAN CAUSE THE STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF ACCOMMODATION LADDERS

The USCG has issued Marine Safety Alert 05-21, Corroded Turntable Pins Can Cause Structural Failure on Accommodation Ladders, bringing attention to injuries which may arise from such a...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/09/14/american-club-member-alert-sept-14-2021-re-us-coast-guard-uscg-marine-safety-alert-corroded-turntable-pins-can-cause-the-structural-failure-of-accommodation-ladders/

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