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The Cadet Training and Modernisation (CT&M) Programme is coordinated by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and draws upon input from around the maritime industry to deliver the recommendations detailed in the June …
Public Consultation is sought for “MGN 681 (M) Fire safety and storage of small electric powered craft on yachts” which publishes the guidance for the carriage, charging and fire safety of electrical powered small water craf…
Public Consultation is sought for MGN 657 (M+F) Requirements for Aerosol Fixed Fire Suppression Systems for use in Small Vessel Machinery which publishes the test requirements for future approvals of these systems and requir…
Public consultation is sought for the Merchant Shipping (Small Workboats and Pilot Boats) Regulations 2023 and accompanying Code (“Workboat Code Edition 3”).
This consultation seeks views on proposed changes to introduce additional flexibility in relation to persons counting obligations on passenger ships.
Inviting views on the proposal to amend the merchant shipping (seamen’s documents) regulations 1987 so that fishermen will be eligible for a British Seaman’s Card.
Proposed new regulations on inspection of Ro-Ro ferry and high-speed passenger craft updating inspection requirements for this sector of the shipping industry.
This consultation seeks your views on the content and standards contained within MSN 1870 (M+F) amendment 4 personal protective equipment (PPE)
These regulations implement amendments to Chapter II-1 of the Annex to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, aligning with international rules.
This consultation seeks the views of stakeholders on the future of the UK seafarer medical examination (ENG1) fee 2022.
Consultation on the review of Marine Guidance Note (MGN) 372 Safety of Navigation: Offshore Renewable Energy Installations (OREIs): Guidance to mariners operating in the vicinity of UK OREIs
Public Consultation is sought for The Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2023 replacing the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2003 (SI 2003/2950) and the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection: Large S…
A consultation on the revised MGN's and the revised methodology for assessing the navigational safety and emergency response of Offshore Renewable Energy Installations.
Proposes new legislation on wage protection for seafarers working on ships that regularly visit UK ports.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
This consultation seeks your views on the draft merchant shipping (control and management of ships’ ballast water and sediments) regulations 2021 and associated guidance
This consultation seeks the views of industry views on a Marine Guidance Notice (MGN) which clarifies the UK policy when determining LLL on vessel hullforms featuring cut-outs, removable end sections, and bathing platforms.
This consultation seeks the views of industry and stakeholders on proposed guidance for the safety of electric vehicles on passenger Ro-Ro ferries.
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