UK Ship Register

Commercial
A Merchant Vessel is any vessel that is commercially operated. To register your Merchant vessel, you should register with the UK Ship Register online.

Leisure
New Part 1 (Pleasure) and Part 3 (Small Ships) application and registration process for Leisure vessels registering on the UK Ship Register.

Fishing
Part 2 (Fishing) registration information and application process for Fishing Vessels operating commercially fishing for profit.

Large Yacht
Part 1 (Commercial - Yacht) application process and registration information for Large Yachts over 24 metres operating commercially including a link to Ensign Large Yacht Services.

Our Values

We are committed in providing you with excellent customer service through our team being available when you need it, which you would expect from a high performing quality Flag. 

Is your ship eligible to join the UK Ship Register?

Find out here if you meet the requirements to register a ship on the UK Ship Register.

Fee Indicator

Provides an indication of fees that are applicable to vessels registering on Part 1 (Commercial) and Part 4 (Bareboat) of the UK Ship Register only

Not applicable to Part 2 (Fishing) and Part 3 (Small Ships) 

Testimonials

Read client testimonials about their experience of being on the UK Flag and the service that they have received.

Selection of Flag State is a critical strategic decision

Selection of Flag State is a critical strategic decision, and a key risk mitigator for our business. Our objective is to work together with our stakeholders to align and support each other’s corporate objectives in a responsible, professional and adaptable manner.

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Consultation on the future of the fee for seafarer medical

19/05/2022

The future of the fee for seafarer medicals is going out to consultation as the UK works to make sure it can offer the same long-term high-quality service as it does now.

People behind the Flag - Charlotte Gregory

18/05/2022

This International Day for Women in Maritime, we’re taking the opportunity to shine a light on one of the women behind the scenes at the UK Ship Register – Charlotte Gregory, Data and Reporting Analyst at the Register for Small Ships (RSS).

Brian Johnson: Retirement is right for next chapter

22/04/2022

I have decided to step down as Chief Executive in October 2022. I’ve loved all things maritime for many years – since I was a boy, in fact. Becoming the Chief Executive of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency was an absolute dream come true. Being able to work to make a difference in the world of maritime safety, leading a group of people whose work continues to lead the way in protecting seafarers, saving lives at sea and finding alternatives to help in the battle against climate change, has been an absolute privilege.

The people behind the Flag - Adam Jackson

20/04/2022

The UK Ship Register (UKSR) is committed to delivering round-the-clock personalised service, consistently improving our offer, and ensuring we remain at the front of the shipping industry for all our customers. But we could not deliver this level of service or remain as one of the best-performing flag states, without all the dedicated people behind the scenes here at the UKSR.
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