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Information on the solution and transition for the future of aviation within HM Coastguard.
A document outlining standards to be met by organisations delivering Tier 2 response services in the UK.
A previous code of practice for yachts carrying 13 to 36 passengers.
A voluntary Code of Practice applicable to Small Hovercraft of up to 24 metres in length that carry no more than 12 passengers
This MIN notes the Certificates of Competency (CoCs) and the endorsements on CoC’s (as listed in the Annex) which are suspended as of 00:01 GMT Monday 6 January 2020.
Amendments to MSN 1858 yacht requirements to gain an exemption from completing the training record book
This MIN sets out the policy of the MCA with respect to UK Vessels which were prevented from arranging the Surveys, audits and verifications required for compliance with the relevant Statutory Instruments due to the ongoing …
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will assume direct responsibility for approving training programs for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and Radio Certification. Currently, this responsibility li…
Notice to all shipowners, seafarers, nautical colleges and those concerned with merchant navy training.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) outlines the changes to HM Coastguard's provision of a flare disposal service from 31 December 2022.
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
Provides additional recommendations and considerations for short range yachts operating outside short range limits
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.
This Note provides the consolidated text of the revised explanatory notes to the SOLAS Chapter II-1 subdivision and damage stability regulations as set out in MSC.429(98)/Rev.2.
This Note sets out the procedure for Conformity Assessment Bodies to follow in seeking designation as a UK Nominated Body under the Merchant Shipping (Marine Equipment) Regulations 2025.
Extended dry-docking allows vessels to be inspected out of the water at 7.5 years intervals, rather than 2 inspections in 5 years (no more than 36-month intervals), subject to eligibility.
Guidance to interpret the Asbestos Regulations and subsequent amendment on legal responsibilities and duties of employers for the health and safety of workers.
This MGN provides guidance on MSN 1902 and MSN 1903.
This notice provides guidance on how to reduce the risk of flooding and the action to take if flooding occurs
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