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This notice provides information on the Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) regulations 2011 which implement UK obligations under the Paris Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement on Port State Control in UK law.
Leaflet explaining the differences between alerting technology and location technology.
A to Z list of UK ports of registry, for vessels registering on parts I and IV of the UK Ship Register.
The Defence Maritime Regulator’s guide to regulation of Maritime Autonomous Systems (MAS).
Updated instructions for the guidance of surveyors, applied to craft built on or after 1 July 2008.
Guidance on the recommended installation of radar reflectors on vessels less than 15m in overall length. Containing an explanation of the ISO 8729 standards.
Provides guidance for the safety requirements for non-passenger vessels operating only on UK inland waters.
This MGN explains the dangerous use provisions of the MSA to powered watercraft, the obligations and offences for different actors, and the role of the MCA as the main statutory authority for enforcement.
This notice outlines information on the regulations, policies and procedures for the issue of discharge books
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
The Seafarers' Charter is a voluntary agreement of standards for seafarers between the UK government and maritime operators.
General safety regulations for lifesaving appliances (LSA) and safety equipment on fishing vessels
This guidance provides details on how to conduct and record a risk assessment, and how safety management systems can help to improve safety on fishing vessels.
Information on how businesses can offer a flare disposal service.
Guidance and information about UK merchant shipping regulations and administrative procedures
Guidelines for the MCA's Approved Engine Courses (AEC).
Details of the offshore search and rescue courses for the energy industries, provided by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
International index of search and rescue (SAR) data providers for passengers ships.
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation including court hearings from January 2024.
Details minimum level of training for concessionaires and crew, working on board UK domestic passenger ships of classes IV to VI (A).
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