b'CONCLUSIONEmpowered with the knowledge of plan review processes and the delineation of party responsibilities, we hope vessel representatives can confidently approach plan submission for vessel design, construction, or modification. While nov-el reviews are inevitably more time and resource intensiveAbout the Author than traditional reviews, providing top notch documen-tation and proactive communication will yield enhancedLCDR RACHEL THOMAS, P.E. results for vessel owners and operators. As we navigate theMACHINERY BRANCH CHIEF ever-evolving landscape of maritime technology, the MSCU.S. COAST GUARDremains committed to ensuring that safety and innovationLCDR Thomas leads the Machinery Branch which advanceharmoniously.Thankyouforyourcontinuedconducts engineering reviews of traditional and novel partnership as we usher in the next generation of vesselssystem designs for safety and environmental compli-to the water safely. Your feedback and engagement informance. Her previous tours include serving as a student our priorities and are invaluable; questions and recommen- engineer on USCGC ALERT and as an apprentice dations for refining our processes and guidelines can beand journeyman marine inspector at Sector San Fran-submitted to MSC@uscg.mil. cisco.Thomasisaprofessionalengineerunderthe disciple of thermal and fluid mechanical engineering. She holds degrees in naval architecture and marine engineering,mechanicalengineering,andadvanced energy systems with a focus on sustainable energy.You want AI Routing!Let TZ MAPS with AI Routingmake route planning a snap.Dont take our word for it.Scan here to see for yourself how easy it is!15 AUGUST 2024'