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How the maritime industry should treat waste at sea and in ports, reduce oil and air pollution, and control ozone-depleting substances.
This MGN provide guidance on certain aspects of the Merchant Shipping (Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments) Regulations 2022 (SI 2022/737).
Guide to the rules and regulations to know before performing sea-fishing activities to supply aquariums and zoos.
Draft marine notices to implement the international requirements for training, certification and watchkeeping (STCW).
Find out what records you must keep and how to keep them if you're registered for VAT.
Life-saving and fire-fighting equipment that ships must carry and how to maintain and service it.
Amends MSN 1699(M) to implement amendments to the technical requirements, in relation to stability and Life-Saving Appliances (LSA) requirements.
MCA’s role in promoting safety at sea through vessel traffic monitoring and guidance on reporting requirements for vessels arriving in UK ports.
This Merchant Shipping Notice sets out a list of amendments to MSN 1698 which remove requirements contained within it that only apply to Class I and II ships.
How to carry out checks on your business and customers, and what records you must keep to prevent money laundering.
Draft Regulations and Explanatory Memorandum to implement the international requirements for training, certification and watchkeeping (STCW).
An explanation of the UK shipping regulations relating to the prevention of pollution from sewage. Includes information on equipment requirements and exemptions for unmanned non-self-propelled barges.
Owners and operators of seagoing ships and large yachts are responsible for the health and safety of seafarers
Find out your VAT obligations if you use an online marketplace to sell goods in the UK.
How ship security is managed in the UK, and how to comply with UK regulations on ship security.
Amendments concerning damage stability in cargo ships, load line protocol and prevention of pollution by noxious liquid substances carried in bulk.
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