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Information on training courses from the Counter Pollution and Salvage team including who should attend, course content and objectives, and how to apply.
Information for ship owners and operators about the types of hazards that need reporting.
The MCA recognises organisations to act as aviation inspection bodies to assess and certify shipboard heliports onboard UK yachts.
Guidance for maritime security guards and their employers about the medical certificates needed for working at sea.
Export licensing requirements for storing firearms on a vessel-based armoury (VBA) in the high-risk area (HRA) of the Indian Ocean.
Find out about MCA’s bathymetric data collection programme, how to share data with MCA, and guidance for offshore developers.
How the maritime industry should treat waste at sea and in ports, reduce oil and air pollution, and control ozone-depleting substances.
Response information and training on countering pollution or threats of pollution from shipping and offshore installations in UK waters.
All fishing vessels must carry out regular drills and record these. Drills may differ depending on whether the vessel is single handed or not.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency and several other organisations can provide useful advice for fishing vessel operators and seafarers on safety procedures.
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.
A report on the research to find a replacement for the Holmes Wright B (HWB) lantern test carried out on behalf of the MCA.
This code provides a design and construction standard for new chain ferries, including it machinery, stability and operation.
Research match-funding to establish a Clean Maritime Research Hub to address early research challenges in clean maritime.
Accessibility and cookie statements for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's certificate of competency checker service.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in August 2025.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in July 2020.
Latest update on the procurement of Aerial Spray Services.
This leaflet provides information if you have been nominated to accompany a marine accident witness to an MAIB interview
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