You may search for a vessel by selecting its service type. This includes a range from commercial to recreational, and all others in between. Using this option in conjunction with one or more of the previous search options will significantly reduce unwanted search results.
Classification Society – Marine Vessel Definitions
You may search for a vessel by selecting the classification society (Contact Search Only). A classification society is a non-governmental organization in the shipping industry. It establishes and maintains standards for the construction and classification of ships and offshore structures, insures that construction is in accordance to these standards and carries out regular surveys of ships… Continue reading Classification Society – Marine Vessel Definitions
Vessel Flag – Marine Vessel Definitions
You may search for a vessel by selecting the flag (ensign) the vessel flies. Most are based on the traditional state flag, but with notable stylistic modifications. Flags are very important at sea, where they can mean the difference between life and death, and consequently the rules and regulations for the flying of flags are… Continue reading Vessel Flag – Marine Vessel Definitions
Vessel Call Sign – Marine Vessel Definitions
You may search for a vessel by entering its Call Sign. Vessel Call Signs can be any combination of letters and numbers. The wildcard search option (%) is available in the Vessel Call Sign field.
Hull Identification Number (HIN)- Marine Vessel Definitions
You may search for a vessel by entering its Hull Identification Number. A Hull Number is a unique identifier for the vessel and consists of a string of letters (A-Z) and digits (0-9), up to 17 characters long.
Vessel Identification Number- Marine Vessel Definitions
You may search for a vessel by entering its Vessel Number. Vessel Numbers are 6 to 8 characters long and may contain all digits (1-9) or begin with 1 or 2 letters (A-Z) followed by 6 or 7 digits. The wildcard search option (%) is available in the Vessel Number field. The Vessel Number search… Continue reading Vessel Identification Number- Marine Vessel Definitions
Vessel Name- Marine Vessel Definitions
You may search for a vessel by entering all or part of the vessel’s name. The system will search for vessel names beginning with the characters you entered. The vessel name search supports wildcard searches. The ‘%’ symbol represents a wildcard. It is possible for the system to find more than 1 vessel record. A… Continue reading Vessel Name- Marine Vessel Definitions
Who will be members of the ROC, COU, and LOU?
The recommendations provide high-level guidance concerning membership on the Regulatory Oversight Committee (ROC). Regulatory authorities should indicate interest in serving as members, as well as their support for the LEI high-level principles and charter for the ROC. The LEI Implementation Group will develop the ROC charter, covering the details of member appointment. Membership in the… Continue reading Who will be members of the ROC, COU, and LOU?
The FSB report calls for the COU to be founded as a not-for-profit foundation, or equivalent structure. Will the global LEI system be run by this foundation?
The FSB’s recommendations for the LEI call for forming the Central Operating Unit (COU) as a not-for-profit foundation, or a body of equivalent legal form, overseen by a Board of Directors that operates under the oversight of the Regulatory Oversight Committee (ROC). The not-forprofit status will facilitate funding to develop and operate the LEI system… Continue reading The FSB report calls for the COU to be founded as a not-for-profit foundation, or equivalent structure. Will the global LEI system be run by this foundation?
How were members appointed to the IG’s industry advisory group, the “LEI Private Sector Preparatory Group”?
The formation of the LEI Private Sector Preparatory Group (PSPG) drew upon the experience from the FSB LEI Industry Advisory Panel, the consultative group to the LEI Expert Group, and was opened to additional members from the financial services industry, as well as other industries. The LEI Implementation Group determined the process for selecting members.