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Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation: court hearings from January 2015.
Incident and inspections have identified vessels of less than 15m Length overall which were modified prior to 6 September 2021 had increased risk of capsize.
Procedures for persons wishing to obtain authorisation to carry out radio surveys are explained.
Positive UK Flag growth, first Greek operator joins the UK Flag, launch of the Red Ensign Group (REG) yacht code and new members of the UK Ship Register team.
The UK Maritime and coastguard agency commission or carry out research within the human element area of maritime and seafarer health and safety.
Overview of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s counter pollution equipment and stockpiles.
Alerts industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required.
An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using hydrogen as fuel.
Guidance for designers and operators of small passenger ships to take into account passengers with disabilities, and mobility issues.
This year saw extensive revision of both the port marine safety code (PMSC) and the guide to good practice on port marine operations (GTGP).
This MSN replaces MSN 1670 Amendment 1
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.
Accessibility statements for the MCA's survey and certification site and other online services.
Find out about MCA CERSANs and their role in enabling CERS users to provide accurate vessel traffic monitoring information on vessels arriving at UK ports.
Provides additional recommendations and considerations for short range yachts operating outside short range limits
Provides shipowners with links to information to maintain awareness of hazards and risks which are causing accidents to inform risk assessments and procedures.
Draft regulations to implement international safety requirements for bulk carriers.
The notice outlines guidance and procedure for obtaining an exemption from requirements of merchant shipping and fishing vessel (control of noise at work) regulations 2007.
These draft notices advise on the application and effect of the draft Merchant Shipping (High Speed Craft) Regulations 2022 which are subject to approval by Parliament, and could change.
The 2014 MLC regulations form part of the UK's approach to ensuring the safety and protection of seafarers on UK flagged vessels and foreign flagged vessels whilst in the UK.
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