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Cadets using a ship simulator at Fleetwood Nautical College

Cadets' health and well-being 'in safe hands' with new support group

6 October 2023

Organisations join forces to protect cadets throughout their training.

UK Flag

Ievoli Black Emergency Towing Vessel on calm waters

Emergency Towing Vessel Contract awarded to Marnavi Spa

2 October 2023

The UK Government’s Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) has awarded a five-year contract for its Emergency Towing Vessel (ETV) to Marnavi Spa, with the ship now operating under the UK flag.

Corporate

Blue and white ship at sea with blue sky and clouds

World Maritime Day: Renewing our commitment to cleaner seas and shipping

27 September 2023

This World Maritime Day, the UK Government is renewing its commitment to cleaner seas and shipping, in particular its work minimising the effects of vessel pollution.

Regulation

Tackling shipping fraud to boost safety at sea

15 September 2023

Consultation launched into UK regulations from international maritime law.

Fishing

Back view of a Surveyors jacket. Text reads MCA Surveys and Inspections.

Safety bulletin reminds fishers to report changes they make to their vessels

4 September 2023

The fishing industry is being reminded that changes to some types of vessels must be signed off for safety reasons because of the serious risk they will become unstable as a result.

Merchant

Time to have your say on updated health and safety handbook

29 August 2023

An important health and safety handbook for seafarers has been given a makeover with the aim of making it “more accessible for all”.

Regulation

Maritime and Coastguard Agency reiterates new rules regarding marine equipment being UK approved

1 August 2023

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has announced that there are no plans to alter a requirement for marine equipment going on board UK vessels to be UK approved.

Survey

Survey and Inspection keeping you safe on the water

6 July 2023

From small fishing boats to cruise ships carrying thousands of passengers, the Survey and Inspection branch of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency is essential in ensuring the safety of those working and travelling at sea.

Corporate

Homepage of the UK Shipping Concierge website

New website to boost maritime economy bringing business to UK

19 June 2023

The UK Shipping Concierge has launched a website designed to support and encourage maritime businesses looking to work in or with the UK.