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MCA areas of research interest

The Maritime Coastguard Agency's research and evidence requirements.

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Summary of the research and evidence that the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) needs to complete with external researchers.

Reviewed every two years, the information is supplied to:

  • invite collaboration from interested parties
  • provide transparency and clarity on future policy and regulatory development 

Organisations and individuals wishing to discuss opportunities regarding research interests can contact ari@mcga.gov.uk or visit Maritime Innovation Hub for more information.

For further guidance on government ARIs and routes for academic engagement with government visit: areas of research interest.

Updates to this page

Published 17 November 2025
Last updated 16 February 2026 show all updates
  1. The primary email address to contact the MCA regarding areas of research interest changed to ari@mcga.gov.uk.

  2. First published.

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