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Part MSIS 14 of the instructions for the guidance of surveyors.
A voluntary Code of Practice applicable to Small Hovercraft of up to 24 metres in length that carry no more than 12 passengers
Guidelines for the MCA's Workshop Skills Training course.
Capsizing due to insufficient stability is a major cause of fatalities for fishing vessels under 24m length, especially those under 15m.
Export licensing requirements for storing firearms on a vessel-based armoury (VBA) in the high-risk area (HRA) of the Indian Ocean.
Information on how businesses can offer a flare disposal service.
Guidance and information about UK merchant shipping regulations and administrative procedures
Information on how to apply for a UK fishing certificate of competence (CoC) for engineers.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in November 2025.
Specific regional contact details for marine planning officers at the Marine Management Organisation (MMO)
MCA leaflet explaining specifications and recommendations for using VHF DSC radios on private leisure craft
Leaflet outlining the Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GDMSS) processes for distress and hazard alerts at sea, together with a sea area map.
Interim guidance covering the use, in exceptional circumstances, of armed guards on UK flagged vessels to defend against piracy.
This code shall be applied as a complete set of comprehensive requirements
List of contact details for fuel oil suppliers who are registered as compliant with MARPOL annex VI.
The oral examination syllabus for MEOLs.
Iteration 2: Public engagement on draft visions and options for marine planning in the north east, north west, south east and south west
This course provides learners with the necessary knowledge, understanding and proficiency to conduct safe and effective operations onboard of vessels already utilising electric drives with battery technologies.
Guidance on high speed craft training - course approval and certification
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