b'COAST GUARD REPORTCoast Guard Cites Illegal Charters in FloridaThe U.S. Coast Guard continues to ensure About the safety of passenger vessel operations by the Authorciting illegal charters. PVA strongly supports LT Amythese efforts that create a safer environment for Gaymaneveryone on the waterways. spent theEarlier this spring, Coast Guard Station St. last sixPetersburg, FL, working with the Florida Fish years withinand Wildlife Conservation Commission, termi-the prevention community, including one year withnated voyages on two uninspected passenger maritime industry, as part ofvessels. Neither vessel had credentialedA Coast Guard Station Saint Petersburg law enforcement the USCG Merchant Marinemariners in control of the vessels at the timecrew terminate the voyage of a 50-foot uninspected passenger vessel for hire with eight passengers March 9 Industry Training Program.the officers intervened. Numerous other infrac- near Treasure Island. Credit: U.S. Coast GuardShe holds a Bachelor oftions were cited as well. Science in marine andThe Coast Guard will continue to aggressively pursue vessel operators who need-environmental sciencelessly place the lives of patrons at risk by not complying with Coast Guard passenger from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and a Mastervessel regulations, said Brian Knapp, senior investigating officer at Coast Guard Sector of Science in internationalSt. Petersburg. We urge anyone paying for a trip on a passenger vessel to ask to see the transportation managementMerchant Mariner Credential of the vessel operator to verify their captain is properly from SUNY Maritime College.credentialed by the Coast Guard. If the operator cannot produce a Merchant Mariner She is currently assigned toCredential, dont get on the boat. Sector San Francisco as aOwners and operators of illegal charter vessels can face maximum civil penalties of marine inspector. more than $50,000 for illegal passenger-for-hire operations. PVA members are urged to notify their local Coast Guard station if illegal charters are suspected. nEngine power solutionspower up your excursion experienceCreating an edge for your excursion business relies on producing a more positive customer experience. With Scania engines powering your vessels, youre full speed ahead of the competition. Scania designs, engineers and builds marine engines famous for their power and reliability. Engine noise has been minimized to allow your customers to fully appreciate the sounds of nature, while alsoeasily hearing tour information and safety instructions from your crew.Scania marine engines produce high torque at low revolutions, resulting in exceptional maneuverability in tight harbors. Plus, Scanias record of proven performance, dependability, and superior support and service will keep your operation on schedule, today and tomorrow. Empower your operationwww.scaniausa.comJULY 2020FOGHORN 17'