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Collection of documents about fishing vessel licences.
This guidance provides details on how to book a survey or inspection, how to prepare your vessel and different survey procedures.
Vessel traffic management, electronic nautical publications and safety information for owners, operators of ships, yachts, fishing vessels.
This note reminds that fishing vessels less than 7m LOA, whilst not requiring an outfit certificate, must be outfitted or have their outfit modified in accordance with MGN 628 amendment 1
How to apply for a commercial fishing licence for vessels 10 metres and under
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is preparing to help our fishing and seafood industries to be ready to trade successfully in the international marketplace from 1st January 2021.
Below are the construction standards for new fishing vessels less than 15m length overall which apply to new builds from 21 July 2020. Also contained in the page are marine information notes containing additional information relating to these standards.
Below are the construction standards for new fishing vessels 15m length overall to 24m registered length. Also contained in the page are marine information notes containing additional information relating to these standards.
Capsizing due to insufficient stability is a major cause of fatalities for fishing vessels under 24m length, especially those under 15m.
The UKSIA manages UK domestic fishing vessel access to non-UK waters and foreign vessel access to UK waters.
Register a vessel, get a licence entitlement and convert it to a licence
All fishing vessels must carry out regular drills and record these. Drills may differ depending on whether the vessel is single handed or not.
How to apply for a commercial fishing licence for vessels over 10 metres
How the maritime industry should treat waste at sea and in ports, reduce oil and air pollution, and control ozone-depleting substances.
This page contains The Code of Practice for the Safety of Small Fishing Vessels of less than 15m Length Overall and all associated information to be read alongside it.
List of surveyors authorised to conduct registration surveys of fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall built before 16 July 2007
This additional guidance is provided in response to queries on the application of the code of practice for the safety of small fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall.
Guidance to assist fishers understand how and when I-VMS will be delivered in English waters, how it may affect them, their responsibilities, and the steps they need to consider.
Check what safety requirements and insurance are needed to use a boat on UK rivers, canals, or at sea - boat safety certificates, safety regulations and equipment, disposing of old flares
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