160.202—Applicability.
(a)
This subpart applies to U.S. and foreign vessels bound for or departing from ports or places in the United States.
(b)
This subpart does not apply to U.S. recreational vessels under 46 U.S.C. 4301
et seq., but does apply to foreign recreational vessels.
(c)
Unless otherwise specified in this subpart, the owner, agent, master, operator, or person in charge of a vessel regulated by this subpart is responsible for compliance with the requirements in this subpart.
(d)
Towing vessels controlling a barge or barges required to submit an NOA under this subpart must submit only one NOA containing the information required for the towing vessel and each barge under its control.