1. Boat Rentals and Charters
LCDR Matt Capon, Chief of Inspections
Sector Northern New England

2. Background & History
In recent years there have been several emerging business ventures offering boat rentals with similar business plans comparable to Air B&B, VRBO, etc.
Boatbound (
GetMyBoat (
Boatsetter ( 2

3. Rental Options

4. Elements of a Valid Bareboat Charter
The Charterer must have the option of selecting the crew. Although a master or crew may be furnished by the owner, full possession and control must be vested in the charterer.
The master and crew are paid by the charter
All food, fuel, and stores are provided by the charterer
All port charges and pilot fees, if any, are paid by the charterer 4

5. Elements of a Valid Bareboat Charter (continued)
Insurance is obtained by the charter, at least to the extent of covering liability not included in the owner’s insurance.
The charterer may discharge, for cause, the master or any crew member without referral to the owner
The vessel is to be surveyed upon its delivery and return
It’s an issue if… 5

6. Potential Charter Issues
The chartered vessel is carrying more than 06 passengers, with at least 01 for hire
The vessel is chartered with a crew, and carrying more than 06 passengers
The vessel is chartered with a crew and carrying 06 passengers or less***requires an OUPV license***
The vessel is chartered with no crew, and carrying more than 12 passengers 6

7. Feedback & Communications from Marine Industry
Outreach Campaign
MSIB on Homeport
SPV Industry Days
Harbormasters
CG Auxiliary
Ground Game
Inspections
Harbor Patrol
Feedback & Communications from Marine Industry 7

8. Contact Info
LCDR Matt Capon
Desk: (207)
Sector Command Center: (207)