United States Coast Guard – National Maritime Center (NMC)
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) National Maritime Center (NMC) is the authority responsible for vessel documentation, mariner credentialing, and maintaining records related to maritime operations in U.S. waters, including the Great Lakes. The NMC ensures the safety and legality of maritime operations by overseeing the documentation of vessels and providing information on shipwrecks, vessel ownership, tonnage, and inspections.
The center provides public access to shipwreck reports, vessel documentation services, and other key maritime records, helping preserve and monitor the operational history of vessels. For researchers, historians, and maritime enthusiasts, the NMC is a crucial resource for information on shipwrecks, vessel regulations, and safety protocols across the United States’ navigable waters.