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MCA interpretation for SOLAS Chapter III rotational deployments of MES, roles different parties should play and pass criteria for deployment
Guidance for carrying military explosives, stating when a Government Authorised Explosives Representative is required, supplements the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.
The General Exemption for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) of Less than 2.5 metres in length overall ensures that eligible vessels have an available proportional pathway to enable operation
Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) - amendment to MARPOL Annex I to implement regulation 43A Special Requirements for the Use and Carriage of Oils as Fuel in Arctic Waters.
Provides additional recommendations and considerations for short range yachts operating outside short range limits
This notice sets out new requirement mandating the carriage of electronic inclinometers on new container ships and bulk carriers of 3,000 gross tonnage and above from 1 January 2026
Guidance on high speed craft training - course approval and certification
Recommendation for the fitting of hull stress monitoring systems on bulk carriers of 20,000 dwt and above.
Describes measures implemented by the royal navy to minimise the risk to fishing vessels in submarine exercise areas.
Survey standards for hull construction, machinery, electrical and control systems which vessels are expected to be built and maintained.
Guidance on the requirements for the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to vibrations at work.
Draws attention to guidelines for the proper maintenance and testing of fixed bulk dry powder fire extinguishing systems.
Information on how the UKHO will issue future changes to routeing measures in electronic navigational charts.
Guidance on compatibility issues concerning the joint use of immersion suits and lifejackets.
Guidance on the use of barbecues and pig roasts on ships and fishing vessels, corrects information from MGN 406.
This notice concerns the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
This notice provides guidance to all who have an interest in small commercial vessels including rescue boats with an intention to operate abroad in non-UK waters.
Provides guidance to owners and crew to the inherent dangers on vessels not properly equipped for overnight sleeping on-board.
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
Merchant navy deck officer CoC's are limited to service on vessels measured in gross tonnage (GT) rather than gross registered tons (DRT).
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