Coast Guard Waives Lights Rule for 'MAGA Flower' Vessel
Published Date: 9/3/2025
Notice
Summary
The Coast Guard gave the M/V FLOR DE MAGA a special pass because its mast lights don’t follow the usual sea rules, but changing them would mess up the ship’s design. This means the ship can sail safely without switching its lights, keeping things smooth and safe on the water. Ship owners and crews should know this change is official and helps keep marine safety on point.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Ship Allowed Nonstandard Mast Lights
The Coast Guard issued a certificate of alternative compliance under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS) for the M/V FLOR DE MAGA (O.N. 1345508). Because the vessel's forward and aft masthead lights cannot meet the 72 COLREGS light provisions without interfering with the ship's design and construction, the certificate lets the vessel operate with its current lights while the Coast Guard promotes marine safety.
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