U.S. Coast Guard Debunks Tankers Registering For U.S. Compliance

Watchstanders aboard U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) observe the Norwegian Coast Guard Vessel Svalbard breaking ice in the Barents Sea Sept. 27, 2023. U.S. Coast Guard Photo

As part of our Career Connect Washington Maritime Sector ongoing work, we actively track, document, and inform about emerging technologies and trends. The U.S. Coast Guard is quashing the latest rumor on tankers looking to reposition to the Atlantic and Pacific trades instead of staying in the Middle East.

Early on Thursday, in some tanker circles, there was chatter of tanker owners looking to register with the Coast Guard to be eligible to trade in the U.S.

“The Coast Guard is aware of this public reporting,” said a Coast Guard spokesperson. “However, we cannot verify this is happening.”

No registrations have been filed.

In order for foreign tankers to have the ability to transfer cargo in the U.S. they are subject to U.S. jurisdiction and have to meet administrative U.S. requirements.

“Tankers must hold a valid tank vessel response plan and certificate of financial responsibility; and a physical Certificate of Compliance exam to verify compliance with relevant U.S and international safety and security standards,” added the Coast Guard spokesperson. “Timelines to complete these requirements vary on a case-by-case basis.”

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