Regular
- RU Unlimited Master Mariner License who commanded vessels over 5,000 GRT on ocean voyages.
- RP Senior or First Class Pilot with minimum of one year experience on vessels 20,000 GRT or more.
Special
- S Unlimited Master’s license but who has not commanded a vessel or vessels of over 5000 GRT on voyages.
- SP Second or Third Class Pilot on vessels less than 20,000 GRT.
- S16 USCG 1600 ton Master’s license who has commanded a vessel or vessels on voyages.
- S5 USCG 500 ton Master’s license who has commanded a vessel or vessels on voyages.
Associate
- U.S. water transportation company in an executive, administrative or operational capacity
- Military Equivalent of Master Mariner.
- Cadet: Student at a Maritime Institute.
- Maritime Distinction: education, training, research, regulation or government.
Honorary
Individual of preeminent distinction in the maritime industry as selected by the Council’s Board of governors.
Lifetime
Any member in good standing may apply for Life membership under the following conditions: retired from the maritime industry, over 70 years of age, and has paid total dues equal to or exceeding the amount required since joining the Council. Lifetime members shall retain rights and privileges of the membership class, and pay dues in the amount of 50% of current dues. All lifetime memberships are subject to the Board of Governor’s approval.
To join, simply print and complete the membership application and return to Capt. Liz Clark, our Membership Committee Chair.