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Double man overboard from a fishing vessel approximately 12 nautical miles south-east of Spurn Head, England, with the loss of 1 life.
Around 170 candidates were assessed in April 2026 through the new secure, web-based platform.
Delegates from across the UK maritime sector gathered in London to discuss opportunities for strengthening economic growth, innovation and industry-government collaboration at UK Flag Forum 2026.
Eight-year review shows skills-funding contributed over £500m to UK economy
HM Coastguard has opened two new Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter bases to support the emergency service’s search and rescue response over the summer months.
We are seeking a Health and Safety Lead to join our Southampton-based office.
Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) initiative to bring on next generation of skilled mariners.
Foundering of a fishing vessel 11 nautical miles south-west of Oban, Scotland.
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Fatal accident to a crew member on board the roll-on/roll-off cargo vessel Laureline at Purfleet, England.
We are seeking a Deputy Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents to join our Southampton-based office.
Investment will upgrade vital Border Force and Customs infrastructure at the port.
HM Coastguard has opened a new seasonal base in west Scotland as part of its ongoing UK Second-Generation Search and Rescue Aviation programme (UKSAR2G)
HM Coastguard, the RNLI and RYA are working together to launch their water safety campaign aimed at recreational boaters
Loss of propulsion in heavy weather experienced by a passenger vessel while crossing the Bay of Biscay, leading to over 100 injuries and one fatality.
For 2026 to 2027, the light dues rate will increase to 46 pence per tonne to support the high-quality service on which the maritime sector relies.
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Loder as chief inspector.
This funding will boost skilled jobs and coastal economies, and forms part of a £448 million commitment to clean maritime funding.
We are seeking an Investigations Data & Support Manager to join our Southampton-based office.
We are seeking a Business Support Officer to join our Southampton-based office.
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