When assigning a lien to an assignee, what must be done to notify owners?

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Notifying the vessel’s registered legal owners by written notice—sent by mail or delivered personally—is the essential step when a lien is assigned to an assignee. This direct notice ensures the owners know who holds the lien and that the claim now rests with the new holder, giving them a chance to respond, settle, or challenge as appropriate. A verifiable notice creates a clear record of service and protects due process before any enforcement actions occur. Publishing in a newspaper, involving police, or requiring consent from all owners does not provide the proper, enforceable notice to the rightful owners in this context. Written notice to the registered owners is the correct procedure.