Sold-out crowd. Critical conversation. Strong industry collaboration. ⚓
The May Miami Marine Council Luncheon on Bareboat Charter Compliance & Current USCG Industry Updates brought together marine professionals from across South Florida to better understand the challenges impacting our industry and how we can work together moving forward.
With attendees including attorneys, insurance brokers, marina managers, charter brokers, vessel operators, and marine service providers, it was clear that illegal charter activity is affecting every part of the marine community in different ways.
A special thank you to CWO Adel Khan, Lieutenant Michelle Haksteen, and Chief of Investigations Jesus Porrata from USCG Sector Miami for providing valuable insight, guidance, and perspective on today’s evolving regulations and enforcement efforts.
At the Miami Marine Council, our mission is to help make boating safer, more accessible, and more collaborative—and we are proud to work alongside partners like the U.S. Coast Guard to support that goal.
Below are some critical reference materials provided by the U.S. Coast Guard to assist with educating everyone on this topic. If you need to report an infraction or illegal charter, you should contact the USGC Command Center at 833-642-7271.
Passenger Vessel Safety Act of 1993
Click here to review the original Passenger Vessel Safety Act of 1993, the legislation that continues to serve as the foundation for many of the U.S. Coast Guard’s current regulations and enforcement policies regarding passenger vessels and bareboat charter operations.
Guidance for Operating a Legal Charter Vessel Pamphlet
Review the U.S. Coast Guard’s informational pamphlet outlining key considerations for operating as an Uninspected Passenger Vessel (UPV) or Recreational Charter, including bareboat charters. This guidance is intended to help vessel owners understand the regulatory framework and direct them toward additional resources and professional counsel when needed.