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Addresses and phone numbers for the HM Coastguard centres. Do not use these details in an emergency, instead call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
The structure and requirements of “The Merchant Shipping (Boatmasters’ Qualifications, Crew and Hours of Work) Regulations 2015
This Note emphasises the need for correct use of electronic navigational equipment by watchkeepers.
An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using ammonia as fuel.
The application of certification and watchkeeping for seafarers 1978, ( STCW 95 amended) regarding the keeping of a safe navigational watch.
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.
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation including court hearings from January 2025.
Information about the MCA Regulatory Compliance Investigations Team, its operational procedures and action it can take for maritime legislation offences.
This MSN outlines the qualifying conditions for obtaining deck ratings certificates and able seafarer’s deck certificates.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will assume direct responsibility for approving training programs for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and Radio Certification. Currently, this responsibility li…
This MSN outlines the requirements and how to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).
Guidance on the 5 titles of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, and the regulations applying to UK ships under each one.
Strategic overview and organisation of search and rescue in UK and Northern Ireland.
An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using lithium-ion.
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) details the requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats, rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear for UK registered shi…
This MSN outlines the requirements to revalidate all certificates of competency and tanker endorsements under the STCW convention and code.
Notice to all shipowners, seafarers, nautical colleges and those concerned with merchant navy training.
An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using methanol as fuel.
Entry into enclosed spaces onboard ships is sometimes a necessary but dangerous work activity. This guidance outlines regulations and provides information and advice on how to identify an enclosed space and how to reduce the…
The UK marine equipment approval database is a list of marine equipment which has been granted UK conformity assessment.
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