33 C.F.R. § 148.315
How is a license amended, transferred, or reinstated?
(a) MARAD may amend, transfer, or reinstate a license if it finds that the amendment, transfer, or reinstatement is consistent with the requirements of the Act and this subchapter.
(b) The owner must submit a request for an amendment, transfer, or reinstatement to the Commandant (CG-5P) or the MARAD Administrator.