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Information on the Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) Regulations 2026 which implement the Paris Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control.
This notice lists merchant shipping notices and marine guidance notes which provide standards or guidance for implementation of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006.
This MIN provides information on the change to the format of STCW Certificates of Competency and Flag State Endorsement / Certificates of Equivalent Competency issued by the MCA, including sample images of the new certificat…
This notice describes revised arrangements for verification of sea service testimonials of seafarers working in the large yacht sector.
Provides guidance on the rules applicable in restricted visibility as well as guidance rules within Part A and Part B Section I, which may be applicable in all states of visibility.
This MSN outlines the qualifying conditions for obtaining deck ratings certificates and able seafarer’s deck certificates.
How to find MCA approved training providers for long courses.
How to check if certain transactions, goods and services are exempt from sanctions measures (exceptions), and how to use or apply for sanctions licences.
The UK marine equipment approval database is a list of marine equipment which has been granted UK conformity assessment.
This MSN outlines the requirements for the implementation of training elements under chapter VI of STCW code for merchant navy seafarers in the UK.
Clarification and guidance on the safety of navigation regulations 2020 which implement chapter V of SOLAS in its most recently amended form into UK law.
How to get statutory safety training and the certificates of competency you will need to work in the fishing industry.
Safety at sea and prevention of pollution to the marine environment through application of international instruments relating to equipment to be placed on board ships registered with the UK.
This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
Guidance on the application of the Entry into Enclosed Spaces Regulations 2022 and further supporting information on best practice, following consultation.
This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
This MGN provides best practice marine guidance to facilitate safe and environmentally friendly battery solutions for vessels utilising lithium-ion batteries.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information on the format of STCW Certificates of Competency (CoC), GMDSS and Flag State Endorsement / Certificates of Equivalent Competency (FSE/CEC) issued by the Maritime and Co…
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy engineer officers and Electro-Technical Officers.
Guidance for applying for a Engineer Yacht CoC.
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