APMA Blog Feeds
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3/16/2017: State of the Coast Guard address about to begin
Maritime CommonsThursday, March 16, 2017 - 1:52 PM
This annual speech affords the commandant a venue to recognize Service accomplishments, reinforce his strategic intent and provide direction for the coming year. Live stream available. [ Read Full Article ]
3/16/2017: Coast Guard to hold formal investigation hearing for Caribbean Fantasy
Maritime CommonsThursday, March 16, 2017 - 9:05 AM
The hearing will focus on the cause of the marine casualty, the adequacy of fire fighting protection systems, regulatory compliance including any physical or design concerns, adequacy of the vessel’s safety management system and evacuation procedures, and the Coast Guard’s mass rescue operation and [ Read Full Article ]
3/15/2017: Coast Guard to present at IOSC
Maritime CommonsWednesday, March 15, 2017 - 3:30 PM
IOSC scheduled for May 15-18, 2017, in Long Beach, California. [ Read Full Article ]
3/15/2017: Towing Safety Advisory Committee meeting in April
Maritime CommonsWednesday, March 15, 2017 - 8:20 AM
Committee will meet April 11-12, 2017 in Memphis. [ Read Full Article ]
3/14/2017: Update on annual GLP rates
Maritime CommonsTuesday, March 14, 2017 - 12:35 PM
GLP 2016 rates will remain in effect. [ Read Full Article ]
3/13/2017: New policy letters on Subchapter M implementation
Maritime CommonsMonday, March 13, 2017 - 10:32 AM
Policy letters provide clarity regarding the issuance of certificates of compliance and tankerman person-in-charge endorsements. [ Read Full Article ]
3/13/2017: BWMS type approval certificates available online
Maritime CommonsMonday, March 13, 2017 - 8:26 AM
The Coast Guard will post copies of BWMS type approval certificates on its Homeport portal. [ Read Full Article ]
3/9/2017: Processing error may result in duplicate applications
Maritime CommonsThursday, March 9, 2017 - 9:12 AM
The NVDC posted a notice on its website that a processing error may result in duplicate Applications for Renewal in March. [ Read Full Article ]
3/8/2017: MSIB 004-17 Testing of pneumatic system vapor pressure relief valves
Maritime CommonsWednesday, March 8, 2017 - 2:58 PM
This MSIB is directed to Coast Guard marine inspectors, however, as a courtesy to our subscribers, we are sharing on Maritime Commons for the general awareness and safety of all those who work near these systems. [ Read Full Article ]
3/7/2017: Interview with Rear Adm. Paul Thomas, assistant commandant for prevention policy
Maritime CommonsTuesday, March 7, 2017 - 8:43 AM
Last month, Rear Adm. Paul Thomas, assistant commandant for prevention policy, sat down for an interview with Marine News Magazine to provide his insights on a broad range of Coast Guard safety and regulatory matters. As a courtesy, Maritime Commons […] [ Read Full Article ]