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USCG Documented Vessel

R/V SOUND EXPLORER

No. 1189366Passenger (Inspected)Valid
Data as of · Source: U.S. Coast Guard
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Vessel particulars

Official number
1189366
Call sign
WDM8058
Hull ID (HIN)
CHE40402G606Decode this HIN →
Flag
Us
Service
Passenger (Inspected)
Self-propelled
Yes
Propulsion
Diesel Reduction
Hull material
Frp (Fiberglass)
Hull shape
Monohull
Year built
2006

Dimensions & tonnage

Length
46 ft
Breadth
16 ft
Depth
4 ft
Gross tonnage
19 GT
Net tonnage
15 NT

Documentation

A Certificate of Documentation (COD) is the U.S. Coast Guard’s federal record of a vessel’s nationality and ownership — a national alternative to state titling for eligible vessels. Learn how it differs from state registration in the registration vs documentation guide.

COD status
Valid
Issued
April 29, 2026
Expires
April 30, 2027
Endorsements
Coastwise Unrestricted

Builder

Builder
Chesapeake Boats INC
Built at
Crisfield, Md, United States
Year built
2006
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Hailing port

Hailing port
Norwalk, Ct, United States
Managing owner (company)
The Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk INC
Managing owner location
Norwalk, Ct

Planning to run this boat as a charter or take paying passengers? Carrying up to six for hire needs an OUPV “six-pack” captain’s license.

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