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This year saw minor corrections to the guide to good practice on port marine operations (GTGP) and a call for PMSC compliance for the next three-year cycle, 2018-2021.
General exemption in relation to new passenger ships operating solely in UK categorised waters
The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) services using 2-way narrow-band direct-printing (2W-NBDP) for distress and safety communications in the high frequency (HF) band will cease at midnight on 31 December 2…
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation: court hearings from January 2015.
The purpose of this MGN is to provide further information with respect to the requirements for oil or oily mixture discharges for offshore installations engaged in oil and gas operations on the Continental Shelf.
Highlights the adverse effects of alcohol and drugs on the chances of survival at sea. These guidelines are intended to raise awareness of the increased risks.
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.
This notice provides guidelines for the Merchant Shipping (Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Safety) Regulations 2024. It covers the process for obtaining ship, Company and Registered Owner IMO numbers and explains the …
Alerts industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required.
Provides guidance to owners and crew to the inherent dangers on vessels not properly equipped for overnight sleeping on-board.
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 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.
This note sets out the procedure for conformity assessment bodies (CABs) to follow in seeking designation as a UK approved body under the merchant shipping (marine equipment) regulations 2025
Draft regulations to implement international safety requirements for bulk carriers.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency answers the questions we've received about how to get a certificate of medical fitness, and why it's important.
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.
News and updates on the changes to MCA survey and inspection.
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