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The Royal Yachting Association upholds maritime standards, but it also contributes to our maritime economy.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Patrick McLoughlin meets next generation of boat designers keeping Britain ahead of the worldwide competition.
UK government has put £2 billion into search and rescue and has spent over £70 million of that on facilities and helicopters at Prestwick.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that seven foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during November 2015 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
Explains progress being made following publication of the 'Maritime growth study: keeping the UK competitive in a global market' report.
Seven foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during October 2015 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspections.
Sea trade is set to grow, and the UK's maritime pilots will help secure that growth.
An overview of UK Flag statistics, port state control inspections and notifications on changes to working practices
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that eight foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during September 2015 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
MCA Approval Letter
Shipping Minister Robert Goodwill welcomes milestone as major report continues into Britain’s maritime industries.
Britain’s shipping industry has a proud history, but must meet the challenges of the modern world.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Tug boat owner of the 'Endurance' given 8 month custodial sentence
Milford Haven joins the new Coastguard national network and will take on operarions from Swansea Coastguard
Details of the court case for the "Shoreway" collision with the "Orca"
9 foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during November 2014 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
Details of MCA staff and volunteers who received an award in the New Year honours list
8 foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during November 2014 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.
Holyhead Coastguard Operations Centre (CGOC) is to become part of the new Coastguard national network for the very first time this week.
Coastguards and Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service put their skills to the test this weekend, as they took part in a joint training exercise.
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